The ruins of Ani, Kars Province, Turkey
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Grzegorz Gajewski / Alamy Stock PhotoImage ID:
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3072 x 2050 px | 26 x 17.4 cm | 10.2 x 6.8 inches | 300dpiDate taken:
8 July 2014Location:
Ani, Kars Province, TurkeyMore information:
Ani is a ruined medieval Armenian city-site situated in the Turkish province of Kars, near the border with Armenia. Between 961 and 1045 it was the capital of the medieval (Bagratuni) Armenian Kingdom that covered much of present day Armenia and eastern Turkey. The city is located on a triangular site, visually dramatic and naturally defensive, protected on its eastern side by the ravine of the Akhurian River and on its western side by the Bostanlar or Tzaghkotzadzor valley. The Akhurian is a branch of the Araks River and forms part of the current border between Turkey and Armenia. Called the "City of 1001 Churches, " Ani stood on various trade routes and its many religious buildings, palaces, and fortifications were amongst the most technically and artistically advanced structures in the world. (source: Wikipedia)