Art in Armenia includes sculptures, mosaic, ceramic, metalwork, engravings and textiles.
In Armenia, the symbol of the Khackar, also known as cross-stones, are not found anywhere else in the world. These cross stones are usually found in front of churches. In the United States, where there are many Armenian churches you can find these crosses made in Armenia in front or inside the church. Some of these sculptures date back to before the formation of Armenia as a nation.
Mosaics also have a very important meaning in Armenian art. Mosaics are also found mainly in Armenian churches in the windows and usually portray people from the Bible.
Textiles in Armenia are very important, especially in carpets. Armenian carpets are handmade and have lots of colors and patterns. These carpets are dated back to the early beginnings of Armenian history and to this day are still made.
