The Armenian epic The Daredevils of Sassoun is an ancient folktale that has passed down generations through oral traditions. To this day performance of this epic either through songs, poetry reading or theater is a part of Armenian cultural expression. It’s often associated with the very spirit of the Armenian people and its historical...
How an Armenian Monk Brought Gingerbread to the West
In the spirit of holidays I would like to share an interesting article about the introduction of gingerbread in Europe. By: Liana Aghajanian from: Ianyan magazine Eaten in England, Germany, the U.S., Romania and more Nordic countries than you can remember – the humble gingerbread has been a winter holiday favorite, accompanying other delicacies on tables for...
10 World’s Oldest Things From Armenia
A neat list of 10 World's oldest things from Armenia. The list includes only items found inside the border of the modern Republic of Armenia. Naturally historic Armenia encompasses a much larger territory. Visit the post to read the details...
Archaeologists Find Traces of Destruction in Ancient Armenian Town
Bone remains from a bronze age archaeological site in Metsamor, Armenia. Archaeologists from the University of Warsaw (Institute of Archaeology) discovered evidence of destruction and capture of the ancient city of Metsamor, one of the most famous archaeological sites in Armenia. Metsamor was essentially a Bronze Age city that at its heyday (from the...
Armenian Flatbread ‘Lavash’ is inscribed on UNESCO’s list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity
Armenian flatbread, otherwise known as lavash has been inscribed on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Armenia’s Foreign Ministry announced that the “preparation, meaning and appearance of traditional bread as an expression of culture in Armenia” had been included in the list during the 9th Session of the intergovernmental committee of...
3,000-year-old Settlement in Eastern Turkey reveals Armenian Traces
Largest archaeological settlement of Tunceli province was discovered bearing Armenian writing on ancient stones. The discovery of a large 3000 year old archaeological settlement in Eastern Turkey has been widely reported in Turkish media, last year.
Traditional Armenia
A selection of beautiful artwork by Hayk Ishxani Martirosyan and music from Ashugh Bingyol & M. Voskanyan called Sareri Hovin Mernem. It depicts the spirit of traditional Armenian rural country. Enjoy! You can find more of Hayk’s work here: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Hayk-Ishxani-Martirosyan/307051369422808
“Drone” Archaeology captures Bronze Age Armenia
A Purdue University archaeologist is utilizing drone technology to capture details and data from Bronze Age field sites in Armenia. “Drones are a new tool in archaeologists’ toolkits,” said Ian Lindsay, an associate professor of anthropology who has been excavating in the South Caucasus region for 15 years. “It’s a good alternative to kites,...
BBC report: ‘The last Armenians of Myanmar’
One of the oldest churches in Myanmar, also known as Burma, is struggling to keep going – its congregation only occasionally reaches double figures. But the opening up of the country to outside investment and tourism is offering new hope. By Andrew Whitehead BBC World Service, Yangon Reverend John Felix, priest at the...
The 100 Years, 100 Facts Project
I’d like to bring to attention the following project titled: The 100 Years, 100 Facts Project It’s a great initiative to educate and raise awareness about Armenian history and culture as a way to commemorate the centennial of the Armenian Genocide. In an absolutely unique manner the project aims to raise awareness by posting 2 articles...
