A Spatial Analysis of the Borders of Ancient Armenia

Abstract

This study aims to conduct a comprehensive spatial analysis of the geographical boundaries of ancient Armenia. In antiquity, Armenia represented a significant geopolitical region, encompassing Eastern Anatolia, the Caucasus, and the Iranian Plateau. This article offers a meticulous reconstruction of Armenia's ancient boundaries, employing an integrated methodology that synthesizes ancient and contemporary written sources alongside archeological evidence. Moreover, it presents an in-depth analysis of the political, military, and sociocultural dynamics that have shaped these borders over time. This study investigates the temporal and spatial evolution of ancient Armenia's frontiers, with a particular focus on the Eastern Anatolian region and the implications of historical changes for the region's ethnic and cultural composition.The results indicate that both natural geographical barriers and human interactions were instrumental in delineating the borders of ancient Armenia. Consequently, this spatial analysis contributes to a more nuanced understanding of the historical geography of the region and elucidates the complex processes that underpinned its ancient political and cultural boundaries.