Armenian stone record unearthed in Eastern Anatolia

Archaeological excavations in Elazig, a city in Eastern Anatolia (historical Armenian name: Kharberd), have led to the discovery of a stone record with Armenian inscriptions.

The relic, measuring 80’ x 53’,   was unearthed in the vicinities of the Armenian church St Karapet, a 19th century construction. It dates its history back to 165 years, Ensonhaber.com reports.

According to the website, the stone record has been handed over to the city’s history museum.