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Although the architecture of Amberd Fortress in what is present-day Armenia looks simple, its medieval walls were constructed from massive basalt tiles, which protected the fortress invasions and sieges. Some walls remain as thick as 4 m (13 ft).
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Wiener, J. B. (2018, February 19). Walls of Amberd and Slopes of Mt Aragats. World History Encyclopedia. https://www.worldhistory.org/image/8156/walls-of-amberd-and-slopes-of-mt-aragats/
Chicago Style
Wiener, James Blake. "Walls of Amberd and Slopes of Mt Aragats." World History Encyclopedia, February 19, 2018. https://www.worldhistory.org/image/8156/walls-of-amberd-and-slopes-of-mt-aragats/.
MLA Style
Wiener, James Blake. "Walls of Amberd and Slopes of Mt Aragats." World History Encyclopedia, 19 Feb 2018, https://www.worldhistory.org/image/8156/walls-of-amberd-and-slopes-of-mt-aragats/.
