"Urartian" is the modern name for the extinct language used in the cuneiform inscriptions of the Kingdom of Urartu. Its only known relative is Hurrian; together they form the small Hurro-Urartian language family. Other names used to refer to the language …

Urartian or Vannic [1] is an extinct Hurro-Urartian language which was spoken by the inhabitants of the ancient kingdom of Urartu (Biaini or Biainili in Urartian), which was centered on the region around Lake Van and had its capital, Tushpa, near the site of the modern town of Van in the Armenian highlands, now in the Eastern Anatolia region of ...

Urartians were an ancient people who spoke the Urartian language. The territory of the ancient kingdom of Urartu extended over the modern frontiers of Turkey , Iran , Iraq , and the Republic of Armenia .

Urartu, ancient country of southwest Asia centred in the mountainous region southeast of the Black Sea and southwest of the Caspian Sea. Today the region is divided among Armenia, eastern Turkey, and northwestern Iran.

2018年2月8日 · Urartu, also known as the Kingdom of Urartu or the Kingdom of Van, was a civilization which developed in the Bronze and Iron Age of ancient Armenia, eastern Turkey, and northwestern Iran from the 9th century BCE.

2024年4月8日 · The Kingdom of Urartu, a once significant ancient civilization nestled in the rugged terrain of the Armenian Highlands, flourished from the 9th to 6th centuries BC.

2023年10月3日 · Excavations in Tushpa and surrounding areas unveiled the grandeur of Urartian civilization, showcasing its architectural marvels, artifacts, and inscriptions. These findings provided vital insights into the culture, history, and societal structure of Urartu, placing it back onto the historical map.

2022年4月7日 · Urartu predated any major city state in Greece and power structure in what is today geographically modern day Iran. This kingdom had a militaristic imperial government and left a distinctive archaeological record, known to us …

2024年5月24日 · Inscribed stelae, clay tablets, and monumental reliefs adorned with intricate designs and inscriptions in the Urartian language provide invaluable clues to understanding the culture, religion, and history of the kingdom.

4 天之前 · The Urartian language, often shrouded in mystery, is a fascinating element of ancient history that provides insight into the culture and society of the Urartian Kingdom. This region, known for its rich history and influence, occupied parts of modern-day Turkey, Armenia, and Iran. Delving into the intricacies of the Urartian language reveals not ...