Tag: near-east
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Discovering the Ruins of Ani: A Journey Through History
If visiting Kars, a day trip to the ancient city of Ani is a must. Ani is a ruined Armenian city, which is just on the Turkish side of the current day Turkish-Armenian boarder. A trip from Kars is very easy as you can just meet the local bus, which goes out twice per day…
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Unveiling Kars: Armenian Heritage and Turkish Influence
Today, I began my journey in Eastern Türkiye with my arrival in Kars, a historically rich city. I explored Kars Castle and the former Apostle’s Church, experienced local cuisine like ali nazik kabab, and visited the Kars Cheese Museum, learning about the region’s cheese-making history. The trip promises cultural and culinary delights ahead.