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​The Ancient City of Ani

​The Ancient City of Ani is an ancient city located in the Kars province of Turkey. The city is located on the Turkish-Armenian border, on the banks of the Arpachay River.The Ancient City of Ani is known as an important commercial and cultural center in the medieval period. Kent, 10. it experienced a great development during the Bagratuni dynasty in the century. During this period, Ani became a city surrounded by many churches, mosques, caravanserais, bridges, palaces and walls.One of the most important buildings of the Ancient City of Ani is the Ani Cathedral. Cathedral, 10. it was built in the century and is considered one of the largest churches of the Medieval period. There are also many churches and monasteries in the city, among them the Surp Arakelots Church, Surp Tigran Honents Church and Manusha Church are among the important Dec Deconstructions.Other important structures of the Ancient City of Ani include the Castle of Ani, the Church of Abughamrent, the Seljuk Palace, the Tigran Decents Bridge and the Caravanserai of Ani. In addition, the Ani Museum, located in the city, introduces visitors to the history and cultural heritage of the city.The Ancient City of Ani was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2016. The city attracts the attention of tourists with its historical and cultural riches.

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