Ani Mobile App vs StoneMounds

The Ani Mobile App aims to introduce the Archaeological Site of Ani, inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2016, to a larger audience and to share scientific information about the site more accessible using modern communication technologies. The app presents information about 45 structures in the city of Ani and its surrounding in three languages while categorizing the info such as history, architecture, art history, and architectural preservation. Four main routes based on the locations of different structures allow the users to visit and experience the Ani Archaeological Site on specific themes. The users can also create their itineraries by selecting different structures! The users can visit Ani and its surroundings by listening to its multilayered history voiced by Mahir Günşiray, Şenay Gürler, Tilbe Saran, and Görkem Yeltan in Turkish, Dr. Elmon Hançer in Armenian, and Dr. Christina Maranci, Veronica Kalas and Robert Dulgarian in English. Besides the glossary containing the meanings of technical terms, the guiding bibliography for more comprehensive research is available in the application for anyone interested. A quiz for users who want to measure their knowledge about Ani is also among the content. Acknowledgements: Alin Pontioğlu, Amiran Badishyan, Arican Paker, Armen Kazaryan, Arpine Asryan, Arsen Harutyunyan, Carsten Paludan-Müller, Christina Maranci, Çağla Parlak, David Davtyan, Davit Nahatakyan, Elmon Hançer, Gizem Dörter, Gökşin Uğur, Grigor Nalbandyan, Hunghsi Chao, Görkem Yeltan, Kara Leva, Mahir Günşiray, Maryam Jodeirierajaie, Mustafa Akçaöz, İren Bıçakçı, Özgün Forta, Özgür Akman, Robert Dulgarian, Sahak Vardanyan, Şenay Gürler, Tamar Nalcı, Tilbe Saran, Varduhi Balyan, Veronica Kalas, Yavuz Özkaya

Discover the Secrets of Taş Tepeler with StoneMounds! Are you ready for a fascinating journey tracing back 12,000 years to the first settled communities of humankind? StoneMounds is a rich audio guide app that takes you to some of the most important Neolithic settlements such as Göbeklitepe, Karahantepe, Sayburç, Sefertepe, Gürcütepe, and Çakmaktepe. With expert archaeologists’ narrations and exclusive StoneMounds visuals, videos, and 3D models, experience the secrets of Taş Tepeler step by step, at your own pace. This app is more than just a guide; it is a living bridge between past and present. Whether you wander on site or explore from home, embark on a journey into the mysterious atmosphere of the Neolithic world. Göbeklitepe is Now on StoneMounds! You can now explore Göbeklitepe, one of the world’s oldest and most iconic monumental sites, in detail with StoneMounds. • Listen to the archaeological stories of each structure and pillar through expert audio narration • Examine monuments from every angle with 3D models • See Göbeklitepe’s current state with visuals and videos • Access all details whether at home or during your visit Stories of the Stones Through the Voices of Archaeologists Excavations at Karahantepe, Sayburç, Çakmaktepe, Sefertepe, and Gürcütepe reveal unknown traces of human history. With the narrations of the archaeologists working in these areas, begin to explore Taş Tepeler with verified and up-to-date information. • Listen to fluent and informative audio tours • Witness the story of the Neolithic era wherever you are • Don’t just observe – truly experience Taş Tepeler with StoneMounds In-Depth Exploration with 3D Models • View structures and artefacts from every angle in detail • Zoom, rotate, and observe from different perspectives • Experience areas that may be physically inaccessible, right from your home Real Excavation Images and Videos • Explore high-resolution photos and videos from excavation sites • Notice details you might miss during an in-person visit • Follow the archaeological progress of each site through visual content Offline Use • Download guides and multimedia content in advance • Continue your journey without needing an internet connection • Enjoy uninterrupted access even in areas with weak signal Special Audio Tours for Children The story of Taş Tepeler becomes even more fun and engaging with children’s narrations. • Entertaining, easy-to-understand, and curiosity-sparking content • The perfect companion for family visits Easy Navigation with Map Support StoneMounds provides numbered map support for use during on-site visits. • Instantly see which structure you are approaching • Access the related narration with a single tap • Make your exploration more organized, systematic, and enjoyable Why StoneMounds? • Learn about Taş Tepeler with expert archaeologists’ narrations • Observe structures from every angle with 3D models • Miss no detail with real excavation photos and videos • Explore without internet using offline access • Enjoy special content for children and explore as a family • Witness the story of the Neolithic Age from home or on-site Download now and open the doors to the Neolithic Age!