Georgian Premier visits ancient Icherisheher
Georgian Prime Minister Bidzina Ivanishvili on Thursday visited
Icherisheher, one of the world`s cultural heritage sites, in Baku,
AzerTac state news agency reported.
He viewed the Maiden Tower built in 7th-6th centuries BC and
restored in the 12th century. The Tower, 28m in height and 16-16,5m
in diameter, is comprised of a cylinder-like real tower and a huge
supporting construction.
Bidzina Ivanishvili viewed an exposition of stone exhibits at
Syrataghly Religious and Architectural Complex discovered in 1964
during archaeological excavations to the north of Maiden Tower.
The Premier was informed about Icherisheher State Historical and
Architectural Reserve, which was classified as a World Heritage
Site by UNESCO.
He also walked through Kichik Gala street in the Inner City.
Bidzina Ivanishvili also visited the Palace of Shirvanshahs built
in early 15th century and considered one of the landmark
architectural monuments of Azerbaijan.
The Georgian PM also signed the Icherisheher State Historical and
Architectural Reserve`s guest book .
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