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A picture of Kizilwank (Kermir Wank) in Kars is published by social network users from Turkey.

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A picture of Kizilwank (Kermir Wank) in Kars is published by social network users from Turkey.

A picture of Kizilwank (Kermir Wank) in Kars is published by social network users from Turkey.

This red tuff church stands in the village of Jagiksen, about 40 km east of Kars. Translated from Turkish, Kizil means "red" - the name was assigned to it due to the color of the stone.

According to research, the building dates from around the 11th century, although the southern facade has an Armenian inscription from 1165. Today the building is used as a barn: agricultural machinery is parked inside, and local residents store dung there.

Sad to see a monument that was once a church becoming an outbuilding. But at least it stands - unlike many others.

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