Armenia some important anniversaries
This year marks the 1650th anniversary of the invention of the Armenian alphabet and the 500th anniversary of the first Armenian book 1512
| 1,650th anniversary of the birth of Mesrop Mashtots, inventor of the Armenian alphabet (c.362-440) The Armenian alphabet is widely known by Armenian speakers (in Armenia, Islamic Republic of Iran, Georgia, Lebanon, etc.) as well as by polyglots and linguists for its long history and originality. |
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| 300th anniversary of the birth of Sayat-Nova (Harutyun (Arutin) Sayatyan), poet and musician (c.1712-1795) (Armenia, with the support of Georgia) Sayat-Nova (1712 or 1717-1795), traditional musician and poet, wrote poems in various languages, which he sang accompanied by a musical instrument. His verse is renowned throughout the Caucasus. His musical and poetic genius represent the height of the art of minstrelsy. |
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| 500th anniversary of the first printed Armenian book (1512) This printing of the first Armenian book has undeniably contributed to the documentary heritage of mankind, transmitting collective memory to future generations. It therefore can be considered as part of the Memory of the World. |
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