Medieval History
he ruined medieval Armenian city of Ani has been included in a list of twelve historic sites around the world that are ?on the verge of vanishing? because of mismanagement and neglect, according to a new report issued by the San Francisco-based Global Heritage Fund (GHF).
The ruined city, on the border of Turkey and Armenia, dates back to the 11th century. Once the majestic capital of the Armenian Bagratuni Dynasty, Ani was renowned for its splendor and magnificence and considered ?The City of a Thousand Churches.?
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Medieval History
Medieval Ani Will Soon Vanish, Warns Says Global Heritage Fund
he ruined medieval Armenian city of Ani has been included in a list of twelve historic sites around the world that are ?on the verge of vanishing? because of mismanagement and neglect, according to a new report issued by the San Francisco-based Global Heritage Fund (GHF).
The ruined city, on the border of Turkey and Armenia, dates back to the 11th century. Once the majestic capital of the Armenian Bagratuni Dynasty, Ani was renowned for its splendor and magnificence and considered ?The City of a Thousand Churches.?
Click here to read this article from Asbarez.com
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