1139 Ganja earthquake
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The 1139 Ganja earthquake was one of the worst seismic events in history. It affected the Seljuk Empire and the Kingdom of Georgia, in modern-day Azerbaijan and Georgia. The earthquake had an estimate
The Gates of Ganja at the Gelati Monastery
Ancient Gates of Ganja
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The Ancient Gates of Ganja were a masterpiece of craftsmanship of the 10th to 11th centuries.
1139 Ganja earthquake
…Demetrius I of Georgia took advantage of the earthquake and looted the city. Troops stole many artifacts and prized items from the city, including the Ancient Gates of Ganja, which were treated as a trophy. The city was reconstructed by Qara Sonqor, and it again began to flourish. List of earthquakes in Azerbaijan…
Gates of Ganja at Gelati
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Gate of Ganja, Gelati Monastery