The historic Armenian “rock-temple” in Mazgirt, Dersim Province, has been seriously damaged by treasure hunters, reports, quoting Dicle news agency.
According to the source, the church – 5 m high and with two small windows – is targeted by treasure hunters. Its condition is deplorable. The Altar has also been destroyed.
The source reminds that the church is not the only legacy of the Armenian nation damaged by treasure hunters in Turkey.
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