3. The Oldest Winery
When you think about Armenia, wine doesn’t come up; but the oldest winery was discovered here a decade ago. Based on the findings, the winery is estimated to be more than six-thousand years old.
Near the village of Areni, in the same cave where a stunningly preserved, 5,500-year-old leather moccasin was recently found, archaeologists have unearthed a wine press for stomping grapes, fermentation and storage vessels, drinking cups, and withered grape vines, skins, and seeds, the study says.
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3. The Oldest Winery
When you think about Armenia, wine doesn’t come up; but the oldest winery was discovered here a decade ago. Based on the findings, the winery is estimated to be more than six-thousand years old.
Near the village of Areni, in the same cave where a stunningly preserved, 5,500-year-old leather moccasin was recently found, archaeologists have unearthed a wine press for stomping grapes, fermentation and storage vessels, drinking cups, and withered grape vines, skins, and seeds, the study says.
That old wine must be outrageously delicious.
4. Mount Ararat
Mount Ararat (/ˈærəræt/, ARR-ə-rat), also known as Mount Ağrı (Turkish: Ağrı Dağı; or Armenian: Արարատ (Ararat); Kurdish: Çiyayê Agirî) or Masis (Armenian: Մասիս), is a snow-capped and dormant compound volcano in the extreme east of Turkey. It consists of two major volcanic cones: Greater Ararat and Little Ararat. Greater Ararat is the highest peak in Turkey and the Armenian Highland with an elevation of 5,137 m (16,854 ft); Little Ararat's elevation is 3,896 m (12,782 ft).[4] The Ararat massif is about 35 km (22 mi) wide at ground base.[5] The first recorded efforts to reach Ararat's summit were made in the Middle Ages, and Friedrich Parrot, Khachatur Abovian, and four others made the first recorded ascent in 1829.
In Europe, the mountain has been called by the name Ararat since the Middle Ages, as it began to be identified with "mountains of Ararat" described in the Bible as the resting place of Noah's Ark, despite contention that Genesis 8:4 does not refer specifically to a Mount Ararat.
Despite lying outside the borders of modern Armenia, the mountain is the principal national symbol of Armenia and has been considered a sacred mountain by Armenians. It is featured prominently in Armenian literature and art and is an icon for Armenian irredentism. It is depicted on the coat of arms of Armenia along with Noah's Ark. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mount_Ararat
5. Armenian script
The Armenian alphabet (Armenian: Հայոց գրեր, Hayoc’ grer or Հայոց այբուբեն, Hayoc’ aybuben), or more broadly the Armenian script, is an alphabetic writing system developed for Armenian and occasionally used to write other languages. It was developed around 405 AD by Mesrop Mashtots, an Armenian linguist and ecclesiastical leader. There are several inscriptions in Armenian lettering from Sinai and Nazareth that date to the beginning of the 5th century. The script originally had 36 letters; eventually, two more were adopted. It was in wide use in the Ottoman Empire in the 18th and 19th centuries.
The Armenian word for 'alphabet' is այբուբեն (aybuben), named after the first two letters of the Armenian alphabet: ⟨Ա⟩ Armenian: այբ ayb and ⟨Բ⟩ Armenian: բեն ben. Armenian is written horizontally, left to right.Taken from Wikipedia.
A tablet of Armenian alphabet in Cyprus
6. Kchuch
This warming Armenian dish gets its name from its cooking vessel, the kchuch or clay pot.
It is a traditional stew made from lamb, or sometimes beef, and vegetables. Potatoes, peppers, tomatoes, eggplants, and more are all simmered in this hearty stew, alongside the meat. It is served in the kchuch.
Local Armenian wine and herbs are sprinkled over the top of the stew to make a luxurious and satisfying garnish. This comforting Armenian food is perfect with lavash and a bowl of each.
7. Chess
Chess is a compulsory subject in schools. All students have to take chess as a compulsory subject in school and there are even exams for it! The photo below shows the renowned Tigran Petrosian Chess House in Yerevan where many huge international chess tournaments have been held. https://onhisowntrip.com/most-interesting-facts-about-armenia/
8. Kardashians
Yes that's Kardashians...
Robert Kardashian Sr. is the son of Helen and Arthur Kardashian. All four of his grandparents were Armenian who emigrated from the Ottoman Empire to the United States of America in the early 20th century, originating from the towns of Karakale and Erzurum in modern-day Turkey. The family left the Ottoman Empire before the Armenian genocide began in 1915.
9. Golden Eagle
The official national animal of Armenia is the Golden Eagle. The Golden Eagle is incredibly fast and it can use this speed to effectively hunt its prey. They use their sharp claws to catch rabbits, ground squirrels, marmots, and similarly small mammals.
Armenia has a large bird population and is home to 345 of Europe’s estimated 530 species of birds. Eagles, swans, and falcons are plentiful in Armenia and are featured on the coat of arms for the country.
10. Ghapama
This traditional Armenian food is a real taste of the sweet life. This theatrical Armenian food is so over-the-top. It consists of a whole pumpkin or squash filled with a blend of hearty rice and dried fruits.
Dried fruits are a staple of Armenian cuisine and in this pumpkin dish, they create a perfectly sweet balance. This dish is a holiday or special occasion favorite.
