Excursion

The most iconic route in Georgia – Mtskheta / Jvari / Samtavro Monastery!

Tbilisi, Georgia

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from 250 ₾

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Jvari – a 6th-century monastery on the Cross Mountain. The story of the Great and Small Jvari, the Bolnisi Cross, and the secret passage that once led from the monastery down to the river. We'll enjoy panoramic views from the mountain of the confluence of the Kura and Aragvi rivers.

Mtskheta – the former capital of Georgia, the spiritual capital of Sakartvelo, the historic center where the foundations of the Georgian state began to form. An ancient and beautiful city at the confluence of two rivers. Mtskheta is a special city in Georgia’s history and in the heart of every Georgian. This is where the major events related to the Christianization of Georgia took place. It is home to UNESCO World Heritage Sites!

We'll stroll through Mtskheta itself – a city of cobbled streets, souvenir shops, red-tiled roofs – and taste the most delicious churchkhela in Georgia.

Svetitskhoveli – the main patriarchal cathedral of the Georgian Orthodox Church, dedicated to the Twelve Apostles and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

We will also visit Shio-Mgvime – a medieval monastic complex near Mtskheta, located in a narrow limestone gorge on the northern bank of the Mtkvari River, in a very picturesque setting.

Trip bonus – a short hike to a small church on the mountain near Shio-Mgvime with a magnificent view.

Lunch at a cozy café (not included in the price).

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Tbilisi

Tbilisi, Georgia

Tbilisi is the capital and the largest city of Georgia, lying on the banks of the Kura River with a population of around 1.2 million people. Tbilisi was founded in the fifth century AD by Vakhtang I of Iberia, and since then has served as the capital of various Georgian kingdoms and republics. Because of its location at the crossroads between Europe and Asia, and its proximity to the lucrative Silk Road, throughout history, Tbilisi has been a point of contention among various global powers. To this day, the city's location ensures its position as an important transit route for energy and trade projects. Tbilisi's history is reflected in its architecture, which is a mix of medieval, neoclassical, Beaux Arts, Art Nouveau, Stalinist, and Modern structures. Historically, Tbilisi has been home to people of multiple cultural, ethnic, and religious backgrounds, though its population is overwhelmingly Eastern Orthodox Christian.

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