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The guardians of Noraduz

The ancient cemetery of Noraduz, in rural Armenia. It contains the largest collection of giant khachkars ( standing grave stones) still surviving in Armenia. The oldest khachkars in the cemetery date back to the late 10th century. They saw Tamerlane sweep through, and survived wars and invasions galore! The two babushkas were on guard during our visit!
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Jaap van 't Veen said:

Very interesting info and image Diana.
3 years ago ( translate )

Berny said:

amazing scenery, interesting notes!
3 years ago ( translate )

Gabi Lombardo said:

very interesting and well presented scene!!
3 years ago ( translate )

Léopold said:

Deux nobles gardiennes dans ce décor hallucinant !
3 years ago ( translate )

Keith Burton said:

Such an interesting looking place. I really like the variety of different shapes of the gravestones and the engraving and textures. The lichen on the stones is very attractive. I like the use of sheep for natural grass cutting. A wonderful capture Diana.
3 years ago

Thérèse said:

Une illustration extraordinaire d’un cimetière d’un autre monde du monde :)
Bonne soirée Diana
3 years ago ( translate )

Patrick Berty said:

Superbe scène dans ce lieu ancestral, merci pour le partage Diana !!
3 years ago ( translate )

Loose_Grip/Pete said:

Different. I know very little about Armenia.
3 years ago ( translate )

Nouchetdu38 said:

A wonderful photo which is also a precious and interesting document
3 years ago

Andy Rodker said:

Interesting indeed!
3 years ago ( translate )

William Sutherland said:

Phenomenal shot! Stay well!

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3 years ago ( translate )

╰☆☆June☆☆╮ said:

Great shot, well done ;-)
Enjoy the new week, and stay safe !!
3 years ago

Janet Brien said:

WOW!!! That's a sight, isn't it? I've never seen khachkars before. And actual "babushkas"...what a funny word!

What a memorable place, and how lucky you were to visit. Thanks so much for sharing...now I would like to see this place too!
3 years ago

J. Gafarot said:

Remarkable picture of the past.
Now you can feel what kind of living Museum our planet still is.
Thank you for this gift Diana.
3 years ago

Richard Chamberlain said:

Great scene.
3 years ago ( translate )