The Metsamor Historical Archaeological Museum-Reserve

The Metsamor Historical Archaeological Museum-Reserve is an important archaeological site located in the Armavir Province, near the town of Metsamor. It is home to the ruins of an ancient settlement that dates back to as early as the Bronze Age. 

The site was discovered in the 1960s, and extensive archaeological excavations have revealed a wealth of artifacts and structures from different periods of history. All the findings, including pottery, metalwork, jewelry, and tools, are exhibited in the museum next to the archaeological site. These artifacts provide insight into the daily life, customs, and traditions of the people who lived in the region during this period. The museum also features exhibits related to the ancient metallurgical technology used at the site. You can see examples of bronze and iron tools and weapons produced using techniques developed at Metsamor. These exhibits demonstrate Metsamor's important role in the region's metallurgy development. The excavations of the territory confirm that the settlement was already an important center of urban culture in the late Bronze Age (4th-3rd millennia BC). Moreover, according to archives, a class division had already been established in society during the Bronze Age. Numerous metallurgical works and official documents have been found from different countries, as well as coins and stamps with Egyptian inspirations on them, which indicate that Metsamor was located on the main trade routes of the time for centuries. In the course of the excavations, about 22,000 artifacts were found.

If you are interested in early civilizations, visiting Metsamor is a must. The museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday, 10 AM to 6 PM.