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Majestic Armenia 🇦🇲
29/07/2025

Majestic Armenia 🇦🇲

Rising from the serene waters of Lake Van, the Cathedral of the Holy Cross on Aghtamar Island stands as one of the fines...
29/07/2025

Rising from the serene waters of Lake Van, the Cathedral of the Holy Cross on Aghtamar Island stands as one of the finest masterpieces of medieval Armenian architecture. Built during the reign of King Gagik I Artsruni, the cathedral is not just a place of worship, but a stone-carved storybook of Armenian faith, history, and art. Its intricate bas-reliefs — depicting scenes from the Bible, royal life, and local folklore — wrap the exterior walls like a sacred tapestry. Amid centuries of conflict and change, this 10th-century cathedral endures as a profound symbol of Armenia’s Christian heritage, artistic brilliance, and spiritual resilience, forever watching over the lake in quiet majesty.

Breathtaking View ❤️
29/07/2025

Breathtaking View ❤️

From ancient Urartu to modern Armenia, Ararat has always been home.
29/07/2025

From ancient Urartu to modern Armenia, Ararat has always been home.

Long before maps were drawn and borders defined, there existed a mythical kingdom called Aratta—a land of sacred mountai...
29/07/2025

Long before maps were drawn and borders defined, there existed a mythical kingdom called Aratta—a land of sacred mountains, masterful artisans, and divine kings, mentioned in the ancient Sumerian epics. Though its exact location remains a mystery, many scholars trace its echoes to the Armenian Highlands, where the seeds of one of the world’s oldest civilizations were quietly taking root. From these mist-shrouded beginnings rose Armenia, a land shaped by volcanic stone, indomitable spirit, and a deep connection to the divine. The journey from Aratta to Armenia is not merely one of geography, but of myth transforming into memory, of legend becoming legacy. It is a story of resilience carved in khachkars, whispered by mountain winds, and guarded by the eternal gaze of Mount Ararat. In every Armenian church, inscription, and melody lives the soul of a civilization that began long before the world knew its name.

Tushpa, located on the eastern shores of Lake Van in present-day Turkey, was the illustrious capital of the Kingdom of U...
29/07/2025

Tushpa, located on the eastern shores of Lake Van in present-day Turkey, was the illustrious capital of the Kingdom of Urartu—a powerful Bronze and Iron Age civilization that flourished between the 9th and 6th centuries BCE. Founded by King Sarduri I around 830 BCE, Tushpa rose to become the political, military, and religious heart of Urartu. Perched strategically on a rocky outcrop known today as Van Fortress, the city overlooked fertile plains and commanded vital trade and military routes.

Tushpa was not just a city of power—it was a city of innovation. The Urartians were master builders and engineers, known for constructing intricate canals and irrigation systems that transformed the arid landscapes into productive farmland. The city was fortified with cyclopean stone walls and adorned with palaces, temples, and monumental inscriptions in the Urartian cuneiform script, many of which still survive today.

After the fall of Urartu in the 6th century BCE, Tushpa was absorbed into the Achaemenid Persian Empire, and later civilizations built over its ruins. Yet, the spirit of Tushpa lives on—etched into stone, echoing through the fortress walls, and standing as a proud reminder of one of the greatest ancient cities in Armenian history.

High in the rugged highlands around Lake Van and the Ararat plain once thrived a powerful kingdom—Urartu, the ancient fo...
29/07/2025

High in the rugged highlands around Lake Van and the Ararat plain once thrived a powerful kingdom—Urartu, the ancient forerunner of Armenia. Dating back to the 9th century BCE, Urartu was a land of fortresses carved into cliffs, monumental inscriptions etched in stone, and kings who ruled with iron resolve. This journey into Urartu isn’t just an exploration of ruins; it’s a passage through time—where every stone whispers tales of battles, worship, and royal ambition. From the citadel of Erebuni to the sacred walls of Tushpa, the legacy of Urartu reveals a civilization that stood tall against empires, mastering irrigation, architecture, and artistry long before its name was lost to history. Today, its remnants call out to the curious—inviting travelers to uncover the soul of a kingdom that helped shape Armenia’s enduring identity.

Cathedrals may crumble, but divinity never fades.
29/07/2025

Cathedrals may crumble, but divinity never fades.

Where ruins speak louder than history books.
29/07/2025

Where ruins speak louder than history books.

Armen Dorian – The Poet Who Dreamt in Two Tongues 🇦🇲Armen Dorian (1892–1915) was a gifted Armenian poet and intellectual...
29/07/2025

Armen Dorian – The Poet Who Dreamt in Two Tongues 🇦🇲

Armen Dorian (1892–1915) was a gifted Armenian poet and intellectual whose brief but brilliant life left a lasting impression on Armenian literary history. Born in the Ottoman Empire and educated at the prestigious Sorbonne University in Paris, Dorian was known for his lyrical mastery in both Armenian and French. He founded the journal L'Arène, where he and other young thinkers explored themes of identity, hope, and cultural revival. Deeply inspired by both his homeland and Western philosophy, his poetry resonated with dreams of freedom, beauty, and unity. Though young, Armen Dorian’s words carried the depth of centuries, and today he is remembered as a symbol of intellectual passion, national pride, and the enduring power of literature.

Hovhannes Tumanyan (1869–1923) is widely celebrated as the national poet of Armenia, whose works have deeply influenced ...
29/07/2025

Hovhannes Tumanyan (1869–1923) is widely celebrated as the national poet of Armenia, whose works have deeply influenced Armenian literature, folklore, and identity. Born in the village of Dsegh in the Lori region, Tumanyan had an extraordinary gift for blending poetic beauty with the voice of the common people. His poems, fables, and epic tales reflected the soul of Armenian life — its struggles, joys, spirituality, and resilience. With masterpieces like Anush, The Dog and the Cat, and The Capture of Tmkaberd, Tumanyan became a bridge between oral tradition and modern literature. He was not just a writer but also a devoted humanitarian, peacemaker, and cultural leader who believed in the power of art to unite a nation. Even today, his verses echo through the mountains and classrooms of Armenia, as a timeless symbol of wisdom and national pride.

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