The Republic of Nagorno-Karabagh (NKR) borders Armenia from the west, Iran from the south, and Azerbaijan from the east and north. Districts from the historical provinces of Artsakh, Syunik, and Utik are now part of NKR. The capital of the country is Stepanakert. NKR is divided into seven administrative districts, including Shahoumian, Martakert, Kashatagh, Askeran, Shushi, Martuni, and Hadrout.
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Cave Paintings in the Armenian
Highland
The Armenian Highland has a rich collection of unique and multi-faceted cave paintings, many of which depict various wild animals and birds. There are also illustrations of numerous
astrological symbols on the walls of caves discovered in the Armenian Highland, such as in Ukhtasar and Ishkhanasar. The earth, the sun, the moon, planets, stars, comets, and constellations (even the Milky Way) are portrayed in the cave paintings preserved in the mountains surrounding Lake Sevan and other locations in Armenia. The cave paintings were believed to have magical features and were involved in worship rituals. Moreover, the symbols found in the cave paintings are believed to have served as a writing system and had spiritual and ritual value.
Republic of Nagorno Karabakh
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