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12/01/2018

Rabati Castle

Medieval castle complex in Akhaltsikhe, Georgia.
Built in the 13th century, initially was called the
Lomisa castle until it was conquered by Ottomans.

Akhaltsikhe - literally "New Castle"(formerly known as Lomsia) is a small city in Georgia's southwestern region of Samtskhe-Javakheti.
It is situated on the both banks of a small river Potskhovi,
which separates the city to the old city in the north and new in the south.

12/01/2018

Vardzia

Cave monastery site in southern Georgia, excavated from the slopes of the Erusheti Mountain on the left bank of the Kura River, thirty kilometres from Aspindza.

The main period of construction was the second half of the twelfth century. The caves stretch along the cliff for some five hundred metres and in up to nineteen tiers.

The Church of the Dormition, dating to the 1180s during the golden age of Tamar and Rustaveli, has an important series of wall paintings.

The site was largely abandoned after the Ottoman takeover in the sixteenth century.
Now part of a state heritage reserve, the extended area of Vardzia-Khertvisi has been submitted for future inscription on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

12/01/2018

Khertvisi Fortress

One of the oldest fortresses in Georgia and was functional
throughout the Georgian feudal period.
It is situated in Southern Georgia, in Meskheti region.

The fortress was first build in the 2nd century BC.
The church was built in 985, and the present walls build in 1354. As the legend says, Khertvisi was destroyed by Alexander
the Great.

21/11/2017

Borjomi - is a resort town in south-central Georgia. The town is famous for its mineral water industry, the Romanov summer palace in Likani, and the World Wide Fund for Nature - site Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park.
It is also home to the most extensive ecologically-themed amusement park in the Caucasus.

15/11/2017

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14/11/2017

Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
Svetitskhoveli Cathedral - (11th century) the most significant monument of Georgian Christian architecture, and are historically significant in the development of medieval architecture throughout the Caucasus.

Known as the burial site of Christ's mantle, Svetitskhoveli has long been one of the principal Georgian Orthodox churches and is among the most venerated places of worship in the region.

Svetitskhoveli is considered an endangered cultural landmark, it has survived a variety of adversities, and many of its priceless frescoes have been lost due to being whitewashed by the Russian Imperial authorities.

Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, originally built in the 4th century, has been damaged several times during history, notably by the invasions of Arabs, Persians and Timur, and latterly during Russian subjugation and the Soviet period. The building has also been damaged by earthquakes.

During the restoration of 1970-71 years the base of the basilica built in the late 5th century by King Vakhtang Gorgasali after St. Nino’s original church was found. During the early years of
Georgian church building, the basilica was the dominant type of the Georgian church architecture before the cross-dome style emerged.

A masterpiece of the Early Middle Ages, Svetitskhoveli is recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. It is currently the second largest church building in Georgia, after the Holy Trinity Cathedral.

Svetitskhoveli Cathedral

14/11/2017

Mtskheta

Mtskheta- is a city in Kartli province, one of the oldest cities of Georgia.

it is located approximately 20 kilometres (12 miles) north of Tbilisi at the confluence of the Aragvi river.

Due to its historical significance and several cultural monuments, the "Historical Monuments of Mtskheta" became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994.

07/11/2017

Holy Monastery of Jvari (Cross)

Jvari Monastery is a sixth century Georgian Orthodox monastery near Mtskheta, eastern Georgia.

Jvari Monastery stands on the rocky mountaintop at the confluence of the Mtkvari and Aragvi rivers, overlooking the town of Mtskheta, which was formerly the first capital of Georgia.

According to traditional accounts, on this location in the early 4th century Saint Nino, a female evangelist credited with converting King Mirian III of Iberia to Christianity, erected a large wooden cross on the site of a pagan temple. The cross was reportedly able to work miracles and therefore drew pilgrims from all over the Caucasus. A small church was erected over the remnants of the wooden cross in c.545 named the "Small Church of Jvari".

The importance of Jvari complex increased over time and attracted many pilgrims. In the late Middle Ages, the complex was fortified by a stone wall and gate, remnants of which still survive. During the Soviet period, the church was preserved as a national monument, but access was rendered difficult by tight security at a nearby military base. After the independence of Georgia, the building was restored to active religious use. Jvari was listed together with other monuments of Mtskheta in 1994 as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

However, over the centuries the structures suffered damage from rain and wind erosion and inadequate maintenance. Jvari was listed in the 2004 World Monuments Watch list by the World Monuments Fund.

07/11/2017

Amusement Park of Mtatsminda

Built during the Soviet era, Mtatsminda Amusement Park overlooks the city and offers inexpensive rides with unrivalled views.

Try the rollercoaster for a thrilling ride, drive the bumper cars, or take a dip by slipping down the waterslides. For breathtaking views of the city, climb aboard the 80 m (262 ft) Ferris wheel, which sits right at the cliff edge and appears to swing you out over the void.

Bring a picnic lunch or have a coffee at one of the outdoor cafes around the park.

07/11/2017

Sameba (Holy Trinity Church)

The Holy Trinity Cathedral of Tbilisi commonly known as Sameba is the main cathedral of the Georgian Orthodox Church located in Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia. Constructed between 1995 and 2004, it is the third-tallest Eastern Orthodox cathedral in the world and one of the largest religious buildings in the world by total area. Sameba is a synthesis of traditional styles dominating the Georgian church architecture at various stages in history and has some Byzantine undertones.

The construction of the church was proclaimed as a "symbol of the Georgian national and spiritual revival" and was sponsored mostly by anonymous donations from several businessmen and common citizens.

The Sameba Cathedral is erected on the Elia Hill, which rises above the left bank of the Kura River (Mtkvari) in the historic neighborhood of Avlabari in Old Tbilisi.

Natural materials are used for construction. The floor is made of marble tiles and the altar will also be decorated with mosaic. The painting of the murals is being executed by a group of artists.

The Sameba complex, the construction of which is already completed, consists of the main cathedral church, a free-standing bell-tower, the residence of the Patriarch, a monastery, a clerical seminary and theological academy, several workshops, places for rest, etc.

06/11/2017

Turtle Lake

Turtle Lake is a direct English translation of Kus Tba, a small lake at the outskirts of Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia, so named due to the perceived abundance of turtles living in these places.

Turtle Lake is located on the wooded northern slope of Mtatsminda Mount at elevation of 686.7 m above sea level and fed by a small river Varazis-Khevi, a tributary to the Mtkvari (Kura).

The Turtle Lake area is designed as a recreational zone. It is also a place where festivals and concerts are held. It can be reached either via a road or an aerial tramway leading from Tbilisi’s Vake Municipality.

04/11/2017

Waterfall - ''Leghvtakhevi''

Surrounded by cliffs in the very center of Tbilisi waterfall ''Leghvtakhevi'' is one of the coolest places in the city loved by locals and travelers.

In evening time it is really romantic place for couples to stroll together.

On a hot day it's such a great place to enjoy the coolness of water and some shadow. A little place of power, an epic place for taking pictures and new piece to your vision of Tbilisi.

04/11/2017

Tbilisi Mosque

Arabian conquest of the 18th century was entailed with settlement of the Muslim population. First mosque in Tbilisi was constructed in the 16th century it was the Shiite mosque constructed on the place of the devastated Christian church with the wish of the shah- Suleiman in 1522, this mosque was removed during the Metekhi bridge construction in 1950.

Despite this one, other Muslim worship places were in Tbilisi, such as: the Sunnite mosque at the end of the botanical garden, constructed in 1723-1735 during the Osman reign , which was destroyed in the middle of the 17th century with the order of Nadir- Shah .

In 1846-1851 the mosque was renovated according o the project of the architect Jovanni Scoudier , but this latter one was also destroyed at the end of the 19th century and the present mosque was constructed on its place.

The eight angled Minaret of the brick mosque draws the attention even from the far distance and is perceived in a different ways from the various sides. The mosque, located at the end of the Botanical garden is the only functioning one at present, and it serves as the Shiite so the Sunnite Muslims.

04/11/2017

Abanotubani (Sulphur Baths)

Exploring the winding streets of Tbilisi’s old town, the smell of sulphur gets stronger the closer you come to Abanotubani. Set against the dramatic backdrop of a craggy mountain to one side, the Mtkvari River on the other, the hive-like domes pump out hot steam from Tbilisi’s famous baths.

Today’s hub of thermal baths are based on the Persian tradition.
The baths became a draw of the city at the height of the Silk Road, when there were 63 baths back in the day. Also during the period of the Russian Empire, when the baths of Abanotubani saw famous bathers like Pushkin and Dumas, there were 10.

Today there are now five baths.
You can enjoy both the public baths and go local or you can also have your own private bath.

There is also the possibility for a scrub down and a massage.

04/11/2017

Narikala fortress and Castle

Narikala is an ancient fortress overlooking Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia, and the Kura River.
The fortress consists of two walled sections on a steep hill between the sulphur baths and the botanical gardens of Tbilisi. On the lower court there is the recently restored St Nicholas church.

The fortress was established in the 4th century as Shuris-tsikhe (i.e. "Invidious Fort"). It was considerably expanded by the Umayyads in the 7th century and later, by king David the Builder (1089–1125). The Mongols renamed it "Narin Qala" which means "Little Fortress".

Most of extant fortifications date from the 16th and 17th centuries.

In 1827, parts of the fortress were damaged by an earthquake and demolished.

04/11/2017

Rope Way (Cable Car)

The Rope Way opened in 2012, a cable car connects Rike Park on the left bank of the Mtkvari river with Narikala Fortress.

Gaze at the fantastic 360-degree views of the city from the large windows of the car and have an easy ride to the top of the hill.

04/11/2017

Bridge of Glass (Peace)

The Bridge of Peace is a bow-shaped pedestrian bridge, a steal and glass construction illuminated with numerous LEDs, over the Kura River in downtown Tbilisi, capital of Georgia.

The bridge which stretches 150 metres (490 ft) over the Kura River was ordered by the City Hall of Tbilisi to create a contemporary design feature connecting Old Tbilisi with the new district.

Bridge was designed by the Italian architect Michele De Lucchi, who had also designed the buildings of the Presidential Administration of Georgia and Ministry of Internal Affairs in Tbilisi.

The bridge, a design of which reminds of a marine animal,[8] has a curvy steel and glass canopy top which shimmers with an interactive light display at night, generated by thousands of white LEDs.

Within the bridge walkway, lights giving an impression that the bridge lights come on for each person setting foot on the bridge.

Additionally, a message in Morse code that renders the periodic table of elements goes across two parapets every hour. The lights designer Martinaud considers this communication celebration of "life and peace between people".

04/11/2017

Metekhi Plateau

Metekhi is a historic neighborhood of Tbilisi, Georgia, located on the elevated cliff that overlooks the Mtkvari river. The neighborhood is home to the eponymous Metekhi Church of Assumption.

The district was one of the earliest inhabited areas on the city’s territory. According to traditional accounts, King Vakhtang I Gorgasali erected here a church and a fort which served also as a king’s residence.

Georgian Communist chief Lavrenti Pavlovich Beria intended to destroy the church as well, but met a stubborn opposition by a group of Georgian intellectuals.

In the later part of Soviet period the church was used as a theatre. The equestrian statue of King Vakhtang I Gorgaslan by the sculptor Elguja Amashukeli was erected in front of the church in 1961.

A well-known dissident and the future president of Georgia Zviad Gamsakhurdia went on a hunger strike in support of this demand. Despite initial resistance from the local Communist leadership, the church became functioning again in 1988.

03/11/2017

Tbilisi - Commonly known by its former name Tiflis, and often mispronounced as Tiblisi, is the capital and the largest city of Georgia, lying on the banks of the Kura River.

Historically, Tbilisi has been home to people of diverse cultural, ethnic, and religious backgrounds, though it is overwhelmingly Eastern Orthodox Christian. Notable landmarks include cathedrals like Sameba and Sioni, the medieval Narikala Fortress, classical avenues Rustaveli and Agmashenebeli, as well as the exotically - designed Georgian National Opera Theater.
Present-day Tbilisi is one of the safest cities in Europe and frequently ranks among the most popular emerging destinations.

Тбилиси – также известный под старым названием Тифлисъ, является столицей и самым крупным городом Грузии. Город расположен на обоих берегах реки Куры.
Тбилиси всегда был домом представителей разных культур, религии, национальностей. Что и отразилось особенно в архитектуре нашего старого, но очень красивого и безумно интересного города. На сегодняшний день, невозможно пройти мимо таких достопримечательностей как церковь святой троицы (Самэба) на горе Элия, крепость Нарикала, легендарный район серных бань, проспект Руставели и не насладится архитектурой увиденного театра им. Руставели, оперным театром и т.д.
Тбилиси как и вся Грузия входит в 10 самых безопасных мест мира и является одной из самых популярных и обязательных мест для посешения.