ARMENIAN HIGHLANDS
Ani
Turkey
A millenium ago, 100,000 residents lived side by side in this plateau, relishing as the capitol of Armenia and the heartbeat of trade for the highlands.
THE SILK ROAD JOURNAL
How We Got Here
Ani is located in a remote corner of eastern Turkey, on the border of Armenia. We arrived by hitchhiking into the city of Kars, then a 2-hour minivan ride to Ani.
The Highlight
Exploring beyond the circular path but stepping off and exploring every nook and cranny, viewpoint and cave, blade of grass and fallen stone.
Our Treasure
Every minute spent here has been seared in our memories. Just sitting in the vast plateau and remembering the lost importance of this place.
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➨ A Journey to Ani ~ Read the Story
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W H E R E W I L L Y O U R J O U R N E Y T A K E Y O U N E X T ?
Strolling the ancient streets of the City of 1,001 churches was rejuvenating, but the journey continues.
Either continue into Yerevan, continuing along the traditional route to China, or take a slight detour north into Georgia.