The Temple of Garni in Armenia: A 1st Century AD Shrine Rebuilt in the Late 20th Century

The Temple of Garni in Armenia was originally built in the 1st century AD in honor of the Armenian sun god. The temple was later destroyed, but was reconstructed between 1969 and 1975. The temple’s architecture reflects a blend of Greco-Roman and Armenian styles, with its well-preserved Corinthian columns and intricate carvings. The site is … Read more