Khachaturian International Youth Competition Commenced at China National Opera House
The 2024 Khachaturian International Youth Competition, organized by the Aram Khachaturian Cultural Foundation, commenced on November 1 at the renowned China National Opera House. This prestigious event aims to showcase the talents of young musicians from around the world.The competition
Armenian-Chinese Friendship School: Inspiring Futures Through Professional Orientation in Ethnography and Design
On October 31, 2024, the Armenian-Chinese Friendship School Foundation, located in Yerevan, Armenia, hosted a significant seminar led by the Armenian stylist and ethnographer, Vahe Kotanyan. This seminar, which addressed the theme of "Professional Orientation," aimed to provide an in-depth
A Cultural Exhibition of Armenian Identity: Traditional Costumes and Performing Arts at Tianjin Foreign Studies University
On October 24th, a cohort of Armenian international students in China participated in a fashion show of national costumes at Tianjin Foreign Studies University, highlighting the richness of Armenian cultural heritage. The students showcased traditional garments alongside performances of Armenian
A Glimpse of Armenia in China: Fostering Cultural Understanding at Great Light Montessori
In October, the Great Light Montessori Kindergarten in Guangzhou dedicated the month to the exploration of Armenian culture, traditional garments, and heritage. Under the guidance of their Armenian teacher, Armine Simonyan, and with the support of the international teaching staff,
The Armenian Documentary “1489”: A Story of Love, Loss, and Resilience, Now Reaching Audiences in China
1489 is a deeply moving documentary that follows the personal journey of Shoghakat Vardanyan and her family as they navigate the painful search for her younger brother, Soghomon. A 21-year-old student and musician on the verge of completing his mandatory
Elegance Through Time: The 1881 Armenian Wedding Dress in The Met Collection
The opulent silk and gold components of this garment housed at the Metropolitan Museum of America (Accession Number: 1991.55), alongside its elegantly flowing silhouette, underscore its designation for ceremonial use within Armenian culture. This dress, generously provided by Mrs. Fimi
Ukhtasar Petroglyphs: Ancient Echoes on Armenia’s Sacred Rocks
The Ukhtasar Petroglyphs, known as the rock carvings of Mount Ukhtasar or "Pilgrim Mountain," are located near the town of Sisian in the southern region of Armenia's province of Syunik. This site encompasses over 1,000 adorned rock fragments stretching to
The rich tradition of Armenian coppersmithing teeters on the brink of extinction
In previous times, domestic cookware primarily consisted of copper and clay vessels. Copper containers were typically coated with tin, a process known as "tinning," to prevent rusting and maintain their usability. The individuals skilled in this trade were referred to
Two Armenian astrolabes as evidence of Armenian voyages and the cosmopolitan nature of Armenian intellectuals
During the Middle Ages, astrolabes were utilized as compact instruments in Europe and the Middle Eastern world. Their principal functions encompassed measuring the altitude of celestial objects above the horizon, determining precise time and date, and establishing geographical position on
Welcome to the studio museum of the Armenian artist Giotto (Gevorg Grigorian)
The Giotto Studio Museum, located at 45a Mashtots Ave, is a dedicated space honoring the esteemed artist Gevorg Grigoryan, also known as Giotto. Established in Yerevan in 1977 by a group of artists and Diana Ukleba, the artist's widow, it
