Armenian monuments in Turkey being transformed into 'Ottoman heritage' (Photo spread)

May 21, 2009 - 13:45 AMT
PanARMENIAN.Net - The ruins of ancient Armenian capital Ani will probably have the fate Holy Cross Church on Ahtamar Island.



As a PanARMENIAN.Net corresponded reported from the scene, restoration works are being carried out by Turkish specialists on the ruins of Ani.



According to RA Ministry of Culture spokesperson Gayane Durgaryan, Armenia offered Turkey to send specialists but received no response so far.



Presently, the foundations of temples and support pillars of the Cathedral and city wall are being fortified.



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