Abas I of Armenia
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Abas was king of Bagratid Armenia from 929 to 953. He was a member of the Bagratid royal dynasty. He was the son of Smbat I and the brother of Ashot II of Armenia, whom he succeeded. In contrast to th
The Cathedral of Kars (now a mosque), built during Abas's reign.
Cathedral of Kars
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The Cathedral of Kars, also known as the Holy Apostles Church is a former Armenian Apostolic church in Kars, eastern Turkey. Built in the mid-10th century by the Armenian Bagratid King Abas I, it was
Abas I of Armenia
…did not oppose them directly. Instead, he gradually strengthened his position and eventually established supremacy in Armenia and South Caucasus. The Cathedral of Kars (now a mosque), built during Abas's reign. Early life and accession Abas, the youngest son of King Smbat I (891–914), is first mentioned in Armenian…
Kars, church and mosque
Kars Church Of The Apostles 2009