Ani Citadel

City of 1001 churches. Centuries ago, more than 100 thousand people lived here. Ani, a mosaic of various cultures, ethnicities and religions, is also the capital of trade in the region. With its magnificent and breathtaking architectures, Ani still pushes us to discover itself. This city, which contains many mysterious cave water sources, waterfalls and different structures, is undoubtedly one of the places to see before you die. Ani, which is also home to many bird species, has also created a natural protected area. When you come here, take a deep breath and feel the smell of history!

The citadel itself is not particularly interesting in and of itself but the view from here is on of the very best in Ani. Make sure to walk to the far point of the citadel area where there is a small octagonal Chapel with a great view of the Maidens Castle monastery. Unfortunately the monastery is not open to visitors. It was a the last part of the city abandoned sometime in the 1700s when the last monks left the remote and desolate site.

Get there via car/taxi from Kars. You will need about 4 hours. There is very few facilities outside and none inside so bring water/snacks. Ani has some sign posts but I recommend you download a guide or there's also an ok one in Lonely planet. I loved it. The ruins are huge, and only about 5% is uncovered.there are churches and mosques to explore. Some frescoes have survived as well. The walls are particularly impressive.

1 of the churches in Ani ruins that is with checking out. It takes around 2 hours to do the whole complex. I went early and had it to myself.

Nice open walk, with some history thrown in. Not at all expensive.

Wonderful site, a must see if you are in Kars area. So many cultures have made this city their home over the centuries, and left their mark on the landscape. Although some restoration is in progress, the scale of what is need to uncover the treasures here is truly awe inspiring. The view from the top of the castle is hard to beat anywhere!

An incredible site that merits a comprehensive conservation effort to preserve this jewel of medieval civilization for generations to come. Much remains to be done but a visit will be unforgettable.

Totally worth to come to the otherwise dull city of Kars, so one can spend time in this old citadel of Ani. Recommended to spend half a day around, you can walk down to the river, see the fire temple and all. Top turkey destination

Recomended to visited this place! Very nice peace of history, so many buildings are preserved to see one of the main city on the silk road.

An amazing place full of old churches, castle, natural landscape and close to the border.

Ani was the Capital city of the Armenian Kingdom of Bagratuni's in IX-XI centuries

Superb ancient city and medieval capital of Armenia.

Very wonderful Place At 40km from Kars

Ani is in Turkey land so Ani will be forewer

Ani city 1001 Armenian Church !

Could be more maintained.

Ok

Amen

1001 kiliseli şehir. Yüzyıllar önce burada 100 binden fazla insan yaşıyordu. Çeşitli kültürlerden, etnisitelerden ve dinlerden bir mozaik olan Ani aynı zamanda ticaretin de bölgedeki başkenti niteliğinde bir özelliği de taşımaktadır. Muazzam ve nefes kesici mimarileriyle Ani halen bizi kendisini keşfetmeye itmektedir. Bünyesinde birçok gizemli mağara su kaynağı şelale ve farklı yapılar bulunduran bu şehir kuşkusuz ölmeden önce görülmesi gereken yerlerin başında gelir. Aynı zamanda birçok kuş türüne de ev sahipliği yapan Ani doğal bir koruma alanı da oluşturmuştur. Buraya geldiğinizde derin bir nefes alın ve tarihin kokusunu hissedin!

Ermenistan sınırında bulunan ve ayakta kalan küçük kiliselerin olduğu tepecikten ermeni taş ocaklarının rahatlıkla görüldüğü harabeler. kazı çalışmaları hala devam ediyor, şu an ayakta olan iki-üç kilise ve büyük bir katedral var ancak bayağı zarar görmüş durumdalar. anadolu'daki en eski ermeni yerleşim birimlerinden biri; yanlış hatırlamıyorsam 11. yüzyıla kadar dayanan buluntular var. şehrin surları da çoğunlukla yıkık ama ana giriş kapısı ayakta. Bulunduğu coğrafi konumdan dolayı birçok millet ve dinden insanları barındıran kozmopolit bir şehir olmuş, Selçuklular döneminde Sultan Alparslan tarafından fethedilmiştir.