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Sights of Armenia Yerevan
Matenadaran
- RegionYerevan
- Distance from Yerevan1.5 km
- TypeMuseum
Yerevan
About this place
The Matenadaran is the first scientific-research institution in Armenia, established in 1921 based on the manuscript repository of Etchmiadzin. In 1939, the Matenadaran was moved from Etchmiadzin to Yerevan and housed in the Public Library building. The construction of the Matenadaran building in Yerevan began in 1945, based on the design of architect Mark Grigoryan, and was completed in 1957. By a decision of the Soviet Armenian government, in 1959, it was transformed into the Institute of Ancient Manuscripts, and in 1962, it was named after Mesrop Mashtots, the creator of the Armenian alphabet.
Interesting
facts about Matenadaran
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Between 2007 and 2011, under the leadership of chief architect Arthur Meschian, a new building of the Matenadaran was constructed to accommodate the expansion of its activities and growing collection.
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Medieval Armenian translations have preserved many original texts that have been lost in their native languages.
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The Matenadaran houses the largest Armenian book, the ""Musha's Sermons"", weighing 28 kg, and the smallest, weighing just 190 g."
Weather in Yerevan
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 Matenadaran depends on the weather conditions.
Matenadaran
FAQ
What is the Matenadaran?
The Matenadaran is Armenia’s first scientific-research institution, established in 1921 on the basis of the Etchmiadzin manuscript repository. In 1959 it became the Institute of Ancient Manuscripts, and in 1962 it was named after Mesrop Mashtots, the creator of the Armenian alphabet.
When did the Matenadaran move to Yerevan, and who designed its building?
In 1939 the Matenadaran was moved from Etchmiadzin to Yerevan and housed in the Public Library building. Construction of its own building, designed by architect Mark Grigoryan, began in 1945 and was completed in 1957, and between 2007 and 2011 a new building was built under chief architect Arthur Meschian.
What are the largest and smallest books in the Matenadaran?
The Matenadaran houses the largest Armenian book, “Musha’s Sermons”, which weighs 28 kg, and the smallest, which weighs just 190 g.
Why are medieval Armenian translations important?
Medieval Armenian translations have preserved many original texts that have been lost in their native languages.
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Address
53 Mesrop Mashtoc pokhota, Yerevan 0009, Armenia
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