Parandzem of Siunik was a Queen of Armenia by marriage to Arsaces II (Arshak II). She was regent of Armenia during the absence of her spouse and son in 368–370 and is famous for her defense of the fortress of Artogerassa against Persia.
Image: Last battle of Queen Pharandzem by Rubik Kocharian, 2013. She lost the battle and faced a humiliating death.
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