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The city of Chlat (Turkish "Achlat") lies northwest of the Sea of Wan. In olden times it was famous for its splendor, its high walls, and its citadel. The inhabitants had been injured by David's father and wished to avenge themselves.

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A marsh at the outlet of the Kara-Su, a tributary of the Euphrates.

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A small river which empties into the Sea of Wan not far from Chlat.