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tween the river Arax and the small sea of Sevan. This city was subsequently known by the name of Garnee, from the circumstance of its having been rebuilt by one of Gelam's grandsons of that name. Gelam took up his residence in this city, and lived there until his death, which happened in the 50th year of his reign. Harma, the son of Gelam, who had been appointed regent during the expeditions of his father, now succeeded to the title and power of king of Armenia. He fortified the city of Armavir, surrounding it with stone walls of great height and thickness. He also embellished it by the erection of several magnificent palaces within the walls, and ornamented the face of the adjacent country by building a number of pleasure-houses and caravansaries for the entertainment of travellers. He enjoyed his dignity in peace and security during a period of 31 years, when he died, and was succeeded by his son Aram.