REPLICA OF 13TH-CENTURY SHIP COMES TO LANDLOCKED ARMENIA

International Herald Tribune, France
The Associated Press
Published: September 19, 2006

YEREVAN, Armenia A replica of a 13th-century trading ship has gone
on display in the main square of the landlocked country’s capital as
a reminder of the era when Armenia stretched from the Mediterranean
to the Caspian Sea.

The "Kilikia," which was built by Armenian craftsmen following
traditional techniques, came to Yerevan after a series of sea voyages
in which it visited ports in 26 countries.

The display in Yerevan’s main square is part of the commemorations
of the 15th anniversary of Armenia’s declaration of independence from
the Soviet Union, which will be marked Thursday.

Next spring, the "Kilikia" is to be taken to Lake Sevan, where it
will be anchored