Armenia / Princess Maneh Tours

01/06/2025

19/05/2025

The six-pointed star of Armenia, often seen in ancient carvings, manuscripts, and khachkars (stone crosses), holds deep symbolic and cultural significance. Unlike the Jewish Star of David, Armenia’s six-pointed star is a native symbol rooted in pre-Christian traditions and later integrated into Christian Armenian art. It represents harmony, balance, and cosmic unity—often associated with divine protection and eternity. Found in medieval churches and sacred sites, this star reflects Armenia's profound spiritual heritage, blending ancient wisdom with Christian faith. It is a quiet yet powerful emblem of a civilization that has endured for millennia.

10/04/2025

The oak wagon, estimated to be approximately 4,000 years old, was excavated from the vicinity of village near Lake Sevan and is recognized as one of the oldest known wheeled vehicles in existence. Its remarkable state of preservation provides significant insights into the transportation methods and craftsmanship of ancient civilizations.

10/03/2025

The soul of Armenia sings through the haunting melodies of the , an ancient double-reed instrument carved from the heart of apricot wood. Its deep, mournful tones carry the weight of centuries—of joy and sorrow, of love and loss, of a nation that has endured yet never lost its spirit. The duduk is not just music; it is the voice of Armenia’s mountains, valleys, and forgotten ruins, whispering stories of kings and poets, of warriors and wanderers. To hear it is to feel the pulse of Armenian heritage, an echo of a civilization that refuses to fade.

13/01/2025

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Carahunge, also known as the “speaking stones,” is an ancient site in Armenia’s Syunik province, potentially dating back to around 5500-4500 BC—making it older than Stonehenge. This mysterious site features over 200 massive standing stones, some towering up to 3 meters high, arranged in complex patterns of circles and avenues.

What makes Carahunge truly fascinating is the ongoing debate over its purpose. Some researchers believe it could be one of the world’s oldest observatories, with stones possibly aligned to track celestial events like solstices and equinoxes, suggesting an advanced understanding of the cosmos thousands of years ago. Others argue that the site was a sacred space for rituals, with its true meaning lost to time.

Despite its age and potential significance, Carahunge remains less explored than other ancient wonders, leaving its secrets tantalizingly out of reach. Could this overlooked marvel be the key to understanding the beliefs and astronomical knowledge of an ancient civilization? Continued research might one day reveal the answers.

01/12/2024

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