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Gurgen I of Lori

r. c. 979–989 · 10th century · Also known as Kiurike I

Gurgen, also known as Kiurike I, was the son of King Ashot III of Bagratid Armenia and founder of the Kingdom of Lori, also called Tashir-Dzoraget, in northern Armenia. Around 979 he received the northern provinces and took the title of king, founding the Kiurikian dynasty. The kingdom's monasteries of Haghpat and Sanahin flourished under his line.

Gurgen I of Lori
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Kingdom of Lori

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