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Ani (Armenian: Անի; ‹See Tfd› Greek: Ἄνιον, Ánion; [3] Latin: Abnicum; [4] [5] Turkish: Anı) [6] is a ruined medieval Armenian [7] city now situated in Turkey's province of Kars, next to the closed border with Armenia.
24 wrz 2024 · Ani (often called the “City of 1001 Churches”) was one of the most beloved and renowned capitals in Armenian history. The city was situated on a hilltop near the banks of the Akhuryan River. It was an important cultural and economic center, with evidence of habitation dating back to the Bronze and Iron Ages.
Ani, declared the capital of Armenia in 961, was the country’s political, cultural and spiritual centre. The city prospered due to the development of cratfs and trade. Numerous churches, palaces, inns and bridges were built there.
Ani, ancient city site in extreme eastern Turkey. Ani lies east of Kars and along the Arpaçay (Akhuryan) River, which forms the border with Armenia to the east. Situated along a major east-west caravan route, Ani first rose to prominence in the 5th century ad and had become a flourishing town by.
An abandoned city of ghosts. Ruled by a dizzying array of kingdoms and empires over the centuries – from the Byzantines to the Ottomans – the city of Ani once housed many thousands of people,...
Nestled along the Turkish-Armenian border, the ancient city of Ani beckons with its rich history and breathtaking architecture. Embark on a journey that unravels the mysteries of this once-thriving metropolis, as you wander through its stunning ruins and marvel at the remnants of a bygone era.
Ani became the capital of Armenia in 961. Worship structures brought glory and recognition to the city. In written sources, Ani was mentioned as “a great city”, “capital city and “universal city”. In folk legends, Ani has remained as a city of a thousand and one churches.
