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Smbat Fortress Poster
by Bearj B Photo Art
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Smbat Fortress poster by Bearj B Photo Art. Our posters are produced on acid-free papers using archival inks to guarantee that they last a lifetime without fading or loss of color. All posters include a 1" white border around the image to allow for future framing and matting, if desired.
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Smbat Fortress (Smbataberd) probably existed before the 5th century and was used as a power base for the Vasakian Dynasty, then reinforced during the... more
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Artist's Description
Smbat Fortress (Smbataberd) probably existed before the 5th century and was used as a power base for the Vasakian Dynasty, then reinforced during the reign of the Orbelian Dynasty. Its original name is not known. People call it Smbataberd, perhaps because the nearby village has the grave of Smbat Orbelian. It is more likely, though, that the castle was named for the 10th century Armenian Prince, Smbat.
Throughout history, Armenia built a number of fortified complexes (including monasteries), due to its geographical location and the fact that it was the only Christian Nation in the region, thus having to protect itself from the Byzantines, the Persians, the Ottomans and finally the Soviets.
Today, Smbat Fortress is a hikers paradise, rising approximately 6,700 feet above sea level. You won't find much about this place in a tourist guide, but, for the adventuresome, it should definitely not be missed.
About Bearj B Photo Art
I have had a camera in my hand ever since I can remember, at first, trying to capture the moment with simple snapshots. Gradually those snapshots started becoming more sophisticated and my work was no longer a picture a person, or group in front of a giant building where you had to look closely to identify the people in the picture. As time passed, my love grew stronger. I wanted to create, as opposed to just taking a picture. However, the response from family and friends was, Why would you take a picture of that. Although I did not realize it at the time, I guess I was on the right track. The less they understood, the more I liked what I did and subsequently became bored traveling with others and preferring to travel and go out...
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Hans Egil Saele
Fascinating landscape!
Bearj B Photo Art replied:
Thanks Hans
Jim Love
Great overall tone...
Bearj B Photo Art replied:
Thank you Jim
Joan Stratton
Lovely :)
Bearj B Photo Art replied:
Thanks Joan
Linda Brody
nice.
Bearj B Photo Art replied:
Thanks Linda
Norma Brandsberg
Very nice processing!
Bearj B Photo Art replied:
Thank you Norma
Maria Keady
Fabulous!! T
Bearj B Photo Art replied:
Thanks Maria
Lisa Bell
this is awesome! wonderful history
Bearj B Photo Art replied:
Thanks Lisa
Allen Beatty
Nice processing !!
Bearj B Photo Art replied:
Thank you Allen
Johanna Hurmerinta
Terrific!
Bearj B Photo Art replied:
Thank you Johanna
Robert McAlpine
Gorgeous image
Bearj B Photo Art replied:
Thank you Robert
David Hinds
Nice work!
Bearj B Photo Art replied:
Thanks David
Norman Gabitzsch
Bearj ... interesting landscape.
Bearj B Photo Art replied:
Thanks Norman
Leif Sohlman
Beautiful view at Smbat Fortress Bearj
Bearj B Photo Art replied:
Thank you Leif
Belinda Greb
Beautiful work!
Bearj B Photo Art replied:
Thank you Belinda