Anania Shirakatsi - 1400
Abstract
Anania Shirakatsi (612-685) was one of the greatest medieval scientists and the founder of natural sciences in Armenia. He is also considered as the founder of astronomy in Armenia, as many of his works were devoted to the sky, Sun, Moon, calendars, etc. On the initiative of the Byurakan Astrophysical Observatory, UNESCO included in 2012 Anania Shirakatsi's 1400th anniversary among the anniversaries of celebrities.
- Publication:
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In the World of Science
- Pub Date:
- September 2011
- Bibcode:
- 2011IWSci...3...35M