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These medieval tombs belong to the Orbelian princes who dominated Armenia's Syunik province in the 14th and 15th centuries CE. These tombs date from that time period, and they are located in Yeghegis, Armenia.
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James is a writer and former Professor of History. He holds an MA in World History with a particular interest in cross-cultural exchange and world history. He is a co-founder of World History Encyclopedia and formerly was its Communications Director.
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