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Historical-Archaelogical museum-reserve “Metsamor”

Region

Armavir

Distance from Yerevan

47.4 km

Type

Museum

The ancient castle-resident of Metsamor is one of the world cultural unique monuments. It is 35km South–West from Yerevan, on the bank of Metsamor river. Excavations have been frequently conducted in Metsamor since 1965. Historical-archeological museum was opened in 1968. Currently it is the branch of “Service for the protection of Historical environment and cultural Museum-Reservations” non –commercial state organization. More than 27.000 excavated objects are collected and exhibited in the museum. The objects digging up from the castle and the field of graves dating back from the Early Bronze Age to the Medieval period are exhibited on the first floor. On the second floor samples of crafts and cult of ancient Metsamor are exhibited. The archaeological funds are in the basement: exposition of the objects of Kingdom of Van, as well as the adornments of gold, silver, semiprecious stones, amber, paste etc.

Interesting

facts about Historical-Archaelogical museum-reserve “Metsamor”

Facts

Materials taken from the territory of the museum indicate that in the Bronze Age (IV-II centuries) Metsamor was a flourishing cultural center. The entire copper smelting system, which was built in the rocks, was well preserved. Scientists have discovered that Metsamor was a large area of habitation occupying 10.5 hectares. The territory was fortified by the Cyclops fortress.

Weather in Armavir

The high season in Armenia lasts for a long time due to the pleasant climate conditions. Warm days in Armenia start in March and last until late autumn; winter is usually snowless and not long. The high precipitation season is variable. The tourist season for “Metsamor” Historical-Archaeological museum-reserve depends on the weather conditions.