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Vishapakars: Prehistoric Monuments of the Armenian Highlands
Vishapakars (or simply Vishaps, meaning "Dragons") are the most mysterious and ancient monuments of the Armenian Highlands, belonging to prehistoric culture (primarily the Bronze Age, 3rd–2nd millennia BCE). These monumental pillars are unique in their kind and are found exclusively in the high-altitude zones of the Armenian Highlands. They are massive monolithic basalt stones, typically ranging from 3 to 5 meters in height. Vishapakars are distinguished by their exceptional

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Mar 52 min read
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