Category: Cathedrals & Monasteries in Georgia
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Anchiskhati Church - these words resonate not just as a name but as a profound symbol of Georgia's enduring history and unwavering devotion. Nestled in the heart of Tbilisi, this ancient place of worship embodies a captivating blend of past and present, where history gracefully mingles with heartfelt devotion. A Brief History of Anchiskhati Church [...]
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The Sioni Cathedral, also known as Sioni Church of the Dormition, is a historic Georgian Orthodox cathedral located in the heart of Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia. It holds significant religious and cultural importance in Georgia and is one of the iconic landmarks of Tbilisi. A Brief History of Sioni Cathedral The origins of Sioni [...]
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Gergeti Trinity is located in the Mtskheta-Mtianeti region, Kazbegi municipality, 1 km from the village of Gergeti. It's 2200 meters above sea level. It is the most popular tourist destination in Georgia. Gergeti Holy Trinity Church, with its history and location, is the face of Georgia - a Christian island hidden in the most beautiful [...]
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The Alaverdi Cathedral is located in the Kakheti region of Georgia, in Telavi municipality, near Alaverdi village. It's about 120 kilometers east of Tbilisi, the capital city of Georgia. The fortress is situated in the Alazani River valley providing panoramic views of the Alazani Valley and the Caucasus Mountains. A brief history of the Alaverdi Cathedral [...]
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Nekresi - Monastery Complex and urban archaeology is located in the Kakheti region of Georgia, in Kvareli municipality, near Shilda village. It's about 140 kilometers east of Tbilisi, the capital city of Georgia. The fortress is situated on the edge of the Caucasus range, overlooking the surrounding countryside, providing panoramic views of the Alazani Valley and [...]
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Gremi Fortress is located in the Kakheti region of Georgia, Near the village of Gremi. It's about 120 kilometers east of Tbilisi, the capital city of Georgia. The fortress is situated on a hill overlooking the surrounding countryside, providing panoramic views of the Alazani Valley and the Caucasus Mountains. A brief history of Gremi Fortress [...]
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Metekhi Church is located in one of the old neighborhoods of Tbilisi – Avlabari. According to the legend, the first version of a church was built in the 5th century. It's the reign time of King Vakhtang Gorgasali. A Brief History of Metekhi Church The current church is not initial. The building period is 1278-1289. [...]
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David Gareji is a rock-hewn Orthodox monastery complex located in the Kakheti region of Eastern Georgia, some 60–70 km southeast of Georgia's capital Tbilisi. The complex also includes hundreds of cells, churches, chapels, refectories and living quarters hollowed out of the rock face. A brief history of the David Gareji Monastery Back in the 6th [...]
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Zedazeni Monastery is a Georgian Orthodox monastery. It is located on the Zedazeni mountain the hills of Saguramo, northeast of Mtskheta, and to the east side of the Aragvi River. The main entrance to Zedazeni Monastery The forest around the monastery Spring flowers in the forest A brief history of Zedazeni [...]
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BY Roman Burduladze
