Russian travellers on the architectural heritage of Ani

Russian travelers' accounts of Ani, the medieval capital of Armenia, provide invaluable documentary insights into its architectural heritage, which has since suffered significant damage. Their 19th-century observations stimulated scientific interest, positioning Ani as a key site for Russian medieval studies, archaeology, and architecture. These literary and artistic works offer rare descriptions of monuments in their pre-20th-century condition, serving as critical historical references.

Kazaryan, A. (2023). Russian travellers on the architectural heritage of Ani. Проект Байкал, (75), 153–160. https://doi.org/10.51461/pb.75.31