The sensation of the closeness of the hands of ancient craftsmen who made the preserved artifacts is simply invaluable.
Every time I manage to pay a visit to the Geghard Monastery, I make sure to climb its ancient staircase, the center of which features a deep cavity that has been forming for nearly 2,000 years, to experience that sensation of closeness.
The same sensation comes when observing ancient artifacts. Unfortunately, a mere photo and even a high-quality film cannot transfer that feeling.
in HISTORY MUSEUM OF ARMENIA
Հայաստանի Պատմության Թանգարան / History Museum of Armenia – English
History Museum of Yerevan. Музей истории Еревана.
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