many of the constructions at Ani are constructed using the regional volcanic basalt, a type of tufa stone. It is easily carved and comes in a variety of vibrant shades, from creamy yellow, to rose-purple, to jet black. Taammiraat tuuta keessaa bahuuf si’a lama erga yaale booda si’a sadaffaan adda of foo’e fuula duratti qajeelee mo’ate. th