The fortress of Dashtadem is one of the best preserved fortresses that exist on Armenian soil to this day. "Impressive" is the word that comes to mind when describing this castle, which stands proudly and solemnly on the southern slope of Mount Arteni, in the...

One of the pearls in the culture of the Armenian people is the Pantheon of Armenian Pagan Gods, located on the top of Mount Nemrut, which is located in the southwestern part of historical Armenia (modern Turkey). Gigantic statues of Gods in the sanctuary on...

The carved inside the rock a stunning 10th century Armenian monastery complex Tsarakar has been discovered near the Kurdish village of Çukurayva (former Armenian village of Prut), at an altitude of 1,949 meters above sea level, in the Kars Province of modern-day Turkey (the...

The statue of Hayk Nahapet, the legendary patriarch and founder of Armenian nation is located on the 2nd block of Nor Nork administrative district in Yerevan. The story of Hayk the Great is told in the “History of Armenia” attributed to the Armenian historian Movses...

The 12th century monastery of Goshavank, located in the Tavush Province of Armenia, kept samples of the world's finest khachkars (cross-stones). The “Aseghnagorts” (“The Needlecarved”) khachkar still standing by the entrance to the chapel, which is a true work of art....

The beauty of Armenian women is not subtle and it’s impossible to ignore even when you’re seeing an Armenian woman for the first time. Armenian women have dark hair and fair skin. Their lips are bright and plump, and their eyes and eyelashes are dark...

In the southern part of Nakhijevan (former Erivan governorate, currently part of Azerbaijan) there is an ancient and interesting object - the grave of Noah. According to a legend, Armenian Nakhijevan was the place where Noah settled after the Great Flood. Noah and his family...

Minas Avetisyan is one of the most prominent representatives of the Armenian painting of the second half of the 20th century. Minas has created compositions, landscapes reflecting the Armenian countryside, as well as portraits, still life, frescoes. His works are unique with their strong contrasting...

Even in ancient times, the carmine paint Vordan Karmir, extracted from the Ararat cochineal, was considered a true miracle. Surprisingly resistant and safe for health, it was used in various areas of life: spinning, weaving, cooking, medicine, art and science. Neither the time, nor aggressive...

Although Armenia was only a part of the Byzantine Empire, many Armenians became extremely successful during its existence. Armenians were represented in all spheres of Byzantine life: from bishops, architects, generals and even emperors. ...