The magnificent Akdamar Killisesi on Akdamar Island on Lake Van in eastern Turkey.

The magnificent Akdamar Killisesi (Church of the Holy Cross) on Akdamar Island on Lake Van in eastern Turkey. The church was constructed by Gagik Artzruni, King of Vaspurkan in 921 AD. It is considered a marvel of Armenian architecture.

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