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Armenia

Karchaghbyur

Walled settlement from Persian/Hellenistic period

Time Periods

Paleolithic

Paleolithic

Mesolithic

Mesolithic

Neolithic

Neolithic

Chalcolithic

Chalcolithic

Bronze Age

Bronze Age

Iron Age

Iron Age

Classical Period

Classical Period

Post-Classical Period

Post-Classical Period

Early Modern Period

Early Modern Period

Industrial Period

Industrial Period

Contemporary Period

Contemporary Period

Location

About

The site near Karchaghbyur in the Gegharkunik province of Armenia features a walled settlement that dates back to the Persian or Hellenistic period. This settlement, which was abandoned in the 1st century BCE, reflects the architectural and cultural influences of the time. The presence of defensive walls indicates the need for protection and suggests a community that was organized and possibly faced external threats. This archaeological site offers insights into the settlement patterns and defensive strategies during the Late Iron Age and the Early Classical Period in this region. Its historical significance lies in its ability to shed light on the interaction between different cultures and the evolution of settlement structures in ancient Armenia.

Archaeological Features

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Defensive Structures

Defensive Walls

Domestic and Habitation Structures

Walled Settlement

Historical Timeline

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Details

Country
Armenia
Source
Wikipedia