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Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
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Artaxata, ancient Armenia's vibrant capital from 176 BCE to 120 CE, strategically located on the Araks River, was a hub of Hellenistic culture and commerce. Founded by King Artaxias I, the city featured impressive defensive walls, moats, and a citadel. It flourished with temples, theatres, marketplaces, and administrative buildings, drawing a diverse population of Armenians, Greeks, Jews, and Syrians. Its advantageous position on trade routes linking Persia, Mesopotamia, and the Caucasus enhanced its prosperity. Despite thriving initially, Artaxata faced multiple destructions by Romans and Sasanians, leading to its eventual decline and abandonment by the 5th century CE. Its archaeological remains offer a glimpse into its past grandeur and multicultural legacy.
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