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Places to Visit in Georgia


Ateni Sioni Church

7th-century masterpiece in a scenic valley, renowned for ancient frescoes, stone reliefs, and Atenuri wine

Ateni Sioni view
Ateni Sioni view from southeat
National Heritage Monument

Atskuri Fortress

To this day, Atskuri Fortress and Atskuri Temple remind people of the rich historical past of Georgia

Atskuri Fortress in the late 19th century
Atskuri Fortress in the late 19th century, featuring the lower citadel enclosure that no longer exists today
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

Samtavisi Cathedral

Abode of the Assyrian Fathers and a masterpiece of medieval architecture, renowned for its stone ornaments.

Samtavisi complex
Samtavisi Monastery, bell tower, and wall — late 19th century
UNESCO Tentative List
National Heritage Monument

Akura MamaDaviti

Church hides unique medallions of men and a rare, striking depiction of Christ as the Sun

Akura MamaDaviti
Akura MamaDaviti Basilica
National Heritage Monument

Sanagire Church

Hidden in this ancient and mystical forest lies an 11th-century church, a unique fusion of basilican and domed styles that served as the main sanctuary of a long-abandoned monastery

Sanagire church
View of Sanagire Church
National Heritage Monument

Mgvimevi Monastery

Rock-hewn monastery complex built into cliffs

Ram's head cave stone
Ram's head relief on stone, Mgvimevi
National Heritage Monument

Vachnadziani Kvelatsminda

Unique and unparalleled architectural design, a remarkable monument of Georgia’s 9th-century Transitional Period

Vachnadziani Kvelatsminda
Vachnadziani Kvelatsminda 1914
National Heritage Monument

Ikalto Monastery Complex

Caucasus Mountains view; 12th-century academy, wine cellar and qvevri; monastic complex built by the Assyrian Fathers

Ikalto Monastery 1969
Ikalto Monastery and Academy, Alazani Valley and Caucasus Mountains, 1969
National Heritage Monument

Tbilisi Ethnographic Museum

An open-air museum reflecting the ethnographic heritage of Georgia

Gurian oda house
Gurian oda house

Alaverdi Monastery

At the foot of the breathtaking Caucasus Mountains stands a cathedral founded by the Assyrian Fathers

Alaverdi Georgia Kakheti
Alaverdi Monastery and its fortification wall Against the backdrop of the snow-capped Caucasus Mountains
UNESCO Tentative List

Tsinandali Museum

Tsinandali Palace, a gathering place for 19th-century European and Russian aristocracy (e.g., Dumas, Pushkin, and others). The ancient wine cellar is also located here

Tsinandali museum
House museum of Alexander Chavchavadze
National Heritage Monument

Borjomi Mineral Water Park

Royal history, breathtaking nature, and world-famous healing springs in Borjomi Mineral Water Park

Georgia Borjomi road to mineral water park
Road to park
National Heritage Monument
Resort Area
Recreational Zone

Sioni Cathedral

Historic Main Church of Tbilisi, Home to St. Nino's Cross and Resting Place of Patriarch Ilia II

Tbilisi Sioni
Tbilisi Sioni Cathedral in the 19th century, with the river flowing by the church instead of the modern road
UNESCO Tentative List
National Heritage Monument

Kvatakhevi Monastery

A breathtaking monastery complex in the forest by the river, holding tragic history and strict rules for women

National Heritage Monument

Chakvinji Fortress

A 5th-century giant where the sea romantically shimmers, overlooking the golden Colchis Plain

Georgia fortress Chakvinji castle
National Heritage Monument