Matenadaran (Mesrop Mashtots Institute of Ancient Manuscripts) in Yerevan

Matenadaran (Mesrop Mashtots Institute of Ancient Manuscripts)

Yerevan, Armenia

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About Matenadaran (Mesrop Mashtots Institute of Ancient Manuscripts)

Matenadaran, also known as the Mesrop Mashtots Institute of Ancient Manuscripts, is a prominent museum in Yerevan, Armenia, dedicated to the preservation and study of ancient manuscripts. Founded in 1959, it houses a vast collection of over 17,000 manuscripts, making it a significant cultural and historical site for visitors interested in Armenian heritage and literature.

When planning a visit to Matenadaran, it is advisable to compare ticket prices across different marketplaces. Prices can vary significantly, with some starting around $5.42, while others may be higher. By exploring multiple options, visitors can find the best deal for their entry to this important cultural institution.

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Matenadaran Official Adult admission ticket to the Matenadaran Museum. Open Tues $5.42 View
Viator Free cancellation 48-Hour Yerevan Card $60 View

Tours, passes & combos at Matenadaran (Mesrop Mashtots Institute of Ancient Manuscripts)

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Viator Free cancellation 24-Hour Yerevan Card, for kids $40 View
Cool Destinations 24-Hour Yerevan Card, for kids $42.20 View
Viator Free cancellation 48-Hour Yerevan Card, for kids $48 View
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Viator Free cancellation 72-Hour Yerevan Card, for kids $53 View
Viator Free cancellation 120-Hour Yerevan Card,for kids $58 View
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Viator Free cancellation 168-Hour Yerevan Card,for kids $63 View
Cool Destinations 120-Hour Yerevan Card,for kids $64.36 View
Viator Free cancellation 240hour Yerevan Card, for kids $66 View
Cool Destinations 48-Hour Yerevan Card $66.47 View
GetYourGuide Free cancellation Explore Yerevan with a 3-Day Pass $67 View
Cool Destinations 168-Hour Yerevan Card,for kids $69.63 View
Cool Destinations 240hour Yerevan Card, for kids $72.80 View
Cool Destinations 72-Hour Yerevan Card $74.91 View
GetYourGuide Free cancellation 5-Day City Pass with Skip-the-Line Access $79 View
Cool Destinations 120-Hour Yerevan Card $86.51 View
GetYourGuide Free cancellation Explore Yerevan with a 10-Day Pass $96 View

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Founded
March 3, 1959
Type
Museum in Yerevan, Armenia

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People also ask

Is Yerevan the oldest city in the world?

The history of Yerevan dates back to the 8th century BC, with the founding of the Urartian fortress of Erebuni in 782 BC. The territory of Yerevan has been settled since the 4th millennium BC, fortified by number of settlements from the Bronze Age, and Yerevan is one of the oldest cities in the world.

What is the biggest book in Matenadaran?

Here you will see the biggest Armenian book “Msho Charyntir” (weighs 28 kg) and the smallest book (190g). The Armenian manuscripts are rich with beautiful and colorful miniatures; the colors have maintained their brilliance over centuries.

What is the oldest manuscript of Matenadaran?

The first is the Vehamor Gospel, donated to the Matenadaran by Catholicos Vazgen I in 1975. It probably dates to the 7th century and is, thus, the oldest complete extant Armenian manuscript.