Mikael Nalbandian Writer

Mikael Nalbandian (Armenian: Միքայել Նալբանդյան; 14 November [O.S. 2 November] 1829 – 12 April [O.S. 31 March] 1866) was an Armenian writer, a major figure in 19th century Armenian literature. The lyrics of "Mer Hayrenik", Armenia's national anthem, are based on the lyrics of one of his poems, Song of Italian Girl.

Personal facts

Birth date	November 02, 1829
Birth place	Russia , Rostov-on-Don , Rostov Oblast , Nakhichevan-on-Don , Russian Empire , Don Host Oblast
Ethnicity	Armenians
Date of death	March 31, 1866
Place of death	Russia , Volgograd Oblast , Kamyshin , Russian Empire
Education	Moscow State University