Between 961 and 1045, it was the capital of the Bagratid Armenian kingdom that covered much of present-day Armenia and eastern Turkey. The iconic city was often referred to as the "City of …

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.

The remoteness of the uninhabited city of Ani, with its impressively standing monumental buildings, over an invisible landscape of underground tunnels and caves surrounded by deep …

Feb 25, 2022 · 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, …

Apr 9, 2020 · The capital of medieval Armenia, the city of Ani was a thriving center of trade and faith, survived by its haunting ruins.

Ani is a medieval city located 44 kilometres east of Kars, adjacent to the village of Ocaklı. It overlooks the Arpaçay and Alacasu valleys and is known for its rich history and diverse …

Aug 30, 2022 · The ancient city of Ani isn't often listed as one of the world's natural wonders, but this grand Turkish site holds much fascination for lovers of archaeology and the history of the …

Everything about the deserted medieval Armenian city of Ani, now located in eastern Turkey.

Jan 14, 2012 · Sacked, abandoned and forgotten, the magnificent medieval city of Ani was once home to as many as 200,000 people, but has stood empty and in ruins for centuries.

Feb 24, 2025 · Ani (Անի) is a ruined medieval Armenian city in Eastern Anatolia, right on the border with Armenia. It’s remote but well worth the effort to visit. Ani was first mentioned in the …