History
This notable Armenian figure presented various preserved Armenian literary pieces in his attempt at a universal history of Armenia.
Who is Movses Khorenatsi?
This priest, composer, singer, and choirmaster is recognized as one of the pioneers of ethnomusicology.
Who is Komitas?
The traditional Armenian Easter bread, symbolizing the resurrection of Christ, is known by this name.
What is "Choereg"?
This is the goddess of fertility and healing.
Who is Anahit?
This ancient Armenian reed instrument, whose name means ‘little pipe,’ has a sound similar to a clarinet and is made of apricot wood.
What is duduk?
During the 6th to 10th century, this script was primarily used for writing Armenian manuscripts.
What is classical Armenian (krapar)?
She was the only female Armenian who was on the Young Turk list of targeted well known Armenians on April 24, 1915.
Who is Zabel Yesayan?
This Armenian water festival celebrates the Transfiguration of Christ with people splashing water on each other.
What is Vartavar?
This is the goddess of love and beauty.
Who is Astghik?
Known for its distinctive sound, this double-headed drum is played with the hands and is a staple in Armenian music ensembles.
What is dhol?
Armenia benefited economically from trade along this ancient network of routes during the medieval period.
What is the Silk Road?
This businessman, inventor, and philanthropist invented the Delta faucet.
Who is Alex Manoogian?
During the Armenian holiday of Navasart, this fruit is revered as a symbol of fertility, prosperity, and abundance.
What are pomegranates?
This is the herculean hero noted for slaying dragons.
Who is Vahagn?
This Armenian bowed string instrument shares its name with a Greek goddess and is equivalent to the violin.
What is kamancha?
This Armenian kingdom had interaction with the crusaders.
What is the Kingdom of Cilicia?
This Armenian artist is known as the most renowned artist of seascapes in history.
Who is Ivan Aivazovsky?
During Armenian New Year celebrations, this sweet bread, adorned with religious symbols, is commonly prepared.
What is "Dzvadzegh"?
This is the goddess of war and wisdom.
Who is Nane?
This Armenian woodwind is known for its mournful and haunting sound, played using circular breathing for a continuous tone.
What is zurna?
The Armenians of Zeitun, fearing the prospect of massacre, took up arms to defend themselves from Ottoman troops.
What is the Zeitun Rebellion?
This scientist invented the first magnetic scanning machine known as the MRI.
Who is Raymond Vahan Damadyan?
People participate in this activity on the holiday of Trndez to cleanse and protect against evil spirits.
What is lighting bonfires?
This goddess forced the rain and hail to fall from the heavens.
Who is Tsovinar?
This pear-shaped, short-necked lute is found in Armenian folk music and is similar to the oud.
What is saz?