Ancient Megaliths Of Armenia
Known by the natives as Zorats Karer, Carahunge stands for "Stonehenge." "Kar" ("car," "qar") signifies "stone," and "hunge" signifies "speaking" – Speaking Stones.
Carahunge
Carahunge is a prehistoric site near the town of Sisian in the Syunik Province of Armenia.
It is believed to have been built by the ancient Armenian civilization and may have been used for astronomical observations or religious rituals. The site is a popular tourist attraction in Armenia and has been designated as a national heritage site.
With a history dating back to around 7500 years, Carahunge is an incredible testament to the ingenuity and curiosity of ancient civilizations.
223 stOnes
Carahunge consists of 223 of standing stones arranged in a circular pattern, with some stones featuring carvings and inscriptions. About 80 of these stones include circular holes. Some of the stones are associated with the observations of sunrise, sunset and constellations.
A stone circle located high in the highlands of Southern Armenia may in fact be the oldest stone observatory in the world, even predating England's Stonehenge.
Carahunge HistOry
According to recent excavations, the Armenian Stonehenge (Carahunge) has a history of 7500 years. Its discovery has sparked a scientific debate in astronomical and astrological circles.
5487 bC
Foundation of Carahunge.
1935
Carahunge first mentioned by ethnographer Stepan Lisitsian.
1994
Armenian physicist Paris M. Herouni starst series of expedition on Carahunge study.
1984
Armenian archaeologist Onnik Khnkikyan states that Carahunge stones were used as an observatory.
1994
Armenian physicist Paris M. Herouni launches a series of expeditions to further explore the Carahunge site.
2010
Oxford University Expidition to Carahunge is officially approved and supported by the Oxford University Expedition Council and Royal Geographical Society (with IBS)
2023
Launch of web3 project: Realm of Historia
