Explore Armenia’s rich tradition of carpet-weaving and find out how a centuries-old craft turned into a multi-million dollar industry.

CNN The Silk Road: Past, Present, Future’ explores Armenia’s rich tradition of carpet-weaving, a centuries-old craft turned into a multi-million dollar industry.

Traditionally, since ancient times the carpets and tufted rugs were used in Armenia to cover floors, decorate interior walls, sofas, chairs, beds and tables. Up to present the carpets often serve as entrance veils, decoration for church altars and vestry.