“MAP OF LAKE SEVAN BASIN IN ARMENIA DRAWN BY RUSSIAN ENGINEERS IN 1832” AS A HISTORICAL SOURCE

Abstract

The use of ancient maps as a historical source is applicable for resolving both humani-
tarian and environmental issues. In the present study, an attempt was made to analyze Frédéric
DuBois de Montperreux’s “Map of Lake Sevan Basin in Armenia, Drawn by Russian
Engineers in 1832” and compare the results with his book “Travel” and other materials.
Hopefully, the findings will provide the researchers with an opportunity to discuss the current
environmental issues of Lake Sevan from another perspective.