Erebuni Museum, Archaeological museum at Arin Berd hill, Yerevan, Armenia
The Erebuni Museum stands on Arin Berd hill and displays more than 12,000 objects recovered from excavations, including pottery, bronze items, and ancient tools. The collection comes from Urartian settlements that once occupied this region.
The site dates back to 782 BCE, when King Argishti I established the Erebuni fortress here. The museum itself opened in 1968 to mark the 2750th anniversary of Yerevan's founding.
The collection shows everyday items like pottery and tools that reveal how people lived and worked in these ancient settlements thousands of years ago. These objects speak to the skills, trades, and daily routines of residents who once called this place home.
The location sits on a hilltop with views over Yerevan, making it accessible by foot though the climb requires some steps. A morning or early afternoon visit works best, as this timing gives good light for exploring the galleries and examining the objects.
The site is part of a network of three archaeological excavations - Arin Berd, Karmir Blur, and Shengavit - that together form the only archaeological protected area in Yerevan. This system allows visitors to explore different periods of ancient settlement across separate locations.
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