Places to Visit in Georgia
Gelati Monastery
Founded by King David, the Protector of Medieval Eastern Christendom: A 12th-Century Royal Monastery, Academy, and Observatory.
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Nekresi Monastery Complex
In a forest of magical beauty, Nekresi is an ancient Caucasus bastion of Christianity where the missionary Abibos was martyred by Persians for his unwavering faith
National Heritage Monument
Mtskheta
UNESCO World Heritage Site, Open-Air Museum, and Ancient Capital of Iberia
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Tbilisi Former Archeology Museum
A building shaped like an ancient Egyptian mastaba, featuring a fascinating bas-relief on its front façade depicting an embryo-shaped alien
UplisTsikhe Cave City
“Fortress of God” – 1st millennium BC rock-hewn city with streets and temples, built on a riverbank, major Silk Road trading hub
UNESCO Tentative List
Akhali Shuamta
Resting in the beautiful woods during her wedding journey, the queen discovered the tree from her childhood dream. This is where her vision became reality
National Heritage Monument
Dzveli Shuamta
6th–7th century monastic complex of three churches, featuring one of Georgia's earliest triple-church basilicas
National Heritage Monument
Surami Fortress
A legendary fortress at Georgia’s historic crossroads, forever holding the myth of bricked-up Zurab
National Heritage Monument
Zarzma Monastery
A 10th-century inscription recording a Georgian-Byzantine campaign and victory, 14th-century frescoes, and a large bell tower
National Heritage Monument
Kvetera Church and Fortress Complex
11th-century Kvetera Church, an exceptionally beautiful Georgian monument defined by striking yellow stone and deep blue tiles
National Heritage Monument
Kashveti Church
A historic church in the heart of Tbilisi, renowned for Lado Gudiashvili’s frescoes and striking architecture
National Heritage Monument
Ateni Sioni Church
7th-century masterpiece in a scenic valley, renowned for ancient frescoes, stone reliefs, and Atenuri wine
National Heritage Monument
Atskuri Fortress
To this day, Atskuri Fortress and Atskuri Temple remind people of the rich historical past of Georgia
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
National Heritage Monument
Samtavisi Cathedral
Abode of the Assyrian Fathers and a masterpiece of medieval architecture, renowned for its stone ornaments.
UNESCO Tentative List
National Heritage Monument
Akura MamaDaviti
Church hides unique medallions of men and a rare, striking depiction of Christ as the Sun
National Heritage Monument