In India for Two Thousand Years

While it’s well-known that Julfa Armenian merchants were major players in Indian import and export starting in the 17^th century, Armenian trade connection to the country goes back two millennia. Armenian merchants and artisans established a presence in India around the time of Christ, especially in the southern coastal towns.

While it’s well-known that Julfa Armenian merchants were major players in Indian import and export starting in the 17^th century, Armenian trade connection to the country goes back two millennia. Armenian merchants and artisans established a presence in India around the time of Christ, especially in the southern coastal towns.