The Metsamor Historical Archaeological Museum-Reserve is an important archaeological site located in the Armavir Province, near the town of Metsamor. It is home to the ruins of an ancient settlement that dates back to as early as the Bronze Age.
Exhibition
"The dragon on the border between fairy tale and reality"
During the exhibition, visitors will see paintings dedicated to Vishaps (dragon stones). The prominent characteristics of the "Vishap" are that they come from the "water" and they are "poisonous" All the findings are carved on one stone, that is within 3-5m high. Most of the Vishaps are in a fish form that resembles a catfish. Basically, the carved details represent the fish eyes, mouth, tail, and gills. Another portion of the Vishaps are pictured as a hoofed animal such as a bull or ram and may represent a sacrifice, with various cases only pictured as stakes on the stretched animal skin. On other Vishaps, there are waves symbolizing water, which often come out of the mouth of the bull, long-legged birds, and rare snakes.
Free
Friday 14 June de 16:00 à 17:00
Children, Family, Schoolchildren
Schoolchildren :Primary, Secondary school (11-15 years), Secondary school (15 years and up)
Press contact:
Vanyan Harutyun
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