Tigranes III (Tigranes the Great)

Tigranes III, also known as Tigranes the Great, was a prominent Armenian emperor of the 1st century BCE, ruling Armenia from around 95 BCE to 55 BCE. He expanded Armenia’s territory significantly, making it a major regional power through military conquest and diplomacy. Tigranes was known for his strong leadership and efforts to unify Armenian lands, strengthening the kingdom’s influence amidst Roman and Parthian interests. His reign marked Armenia’s golden age, laying foundations for its cultural and political development. Despite conflicts with Rome and Persia, he remains a celebrated figure in Armenian history for his ambitious rule and territorial achievements.