Georgian Churches

Georgian Orthodox churches, monasteries, basilicas, chapels, fortified church complexes, and religious ensembles


Kortskheli Church

A 17th-century site in Georgia, Samegrelo, where Catholic missionaries once served

Open arched portico
Western facade with its open arched portico
National Heritage Monument

Martvili Monastery

Overlooking the vast Kolkhida Plain, Martvili Monastery preserves a 7th-century church and remarkable medieval frescoes

Martvili monastery 19th
View of the Martvili Monastery Complex, late 19th century
National Heritage Monument

Tsalenjikha Cathedral

Unique 13th-century Byzantine frescoes. The episcopal throne attached to a pillar is an extremely rare feature. The church stands in a beautiful tropical landscape

Tsalenjikha Cathedral
Tsalenjikha Cathedral
National Heritage Monument

Khobi Monastery

Historic Church in Colchian Nature with Preserved 14th-Century Wall Paintings

Khobi cathedral
Dormition of the Most Holy Mother of God in Khobi Georgia
National Heritage Monument

Nokalakevi – Archaepolis

Archaeopolis is an ancient city and the former capital of the Kingdom of Egrisi

Secret stone stairs and tunnel leading to the Tekhuri river in Archaeopolis
Hidden passage and secret tunnel to the river in Nokalakevi fortress
UNESCO Tentative List
National Heritage Monument

Poti Cathedral

A Miniature Hagia Sophia in the Heart of Georgia

Poti Cathedral and garden view
Poti Cathedral today. A majestic landmark set within a lush city garden
National Heritage Monument

Tsaishi Cathedral

Ancient Architecture Nestled in Subtropical Beauty and Healing Springs

Georgia Samegrelo Tsaishi willage
Enveloped in Greenery Tsaishi Cathedral
National Heritage Monument