Discover Georgia's Ancient Heritage

The masterpiece of the Early Middle Ages, Svetitskhoveli is recognized as the spiritual heart of Georgia. According to tradition, the Cathedral is built on the burial site of Christ's Robe, brought to Georgia by a Jewish Rabbi from Jerusalem.

Gelati Monastery was founded in 1106 by King David IV (the Builder) and became a center of culture, science and education. The Academy of Gelati was called "a new Athens" and "a second Jerusalem".

Ushguli is the highest continuously inhabited settlement in Europe at 2,200m elevation. Famous for its medieval defensive towers (Svan towers), the village has been inhabited for over 1,000 years.

Bodbe Monastery is a Georgian Orthodox monastic complex and the seat of the Bishops of Bodbe. The monastery houses the tomb of St. Nino, who converted Georgia to Christianity in the 4th century.

Vardzia is a cave monastery site excavated from the Erusheti Mountain on the left bank of the Mtkvari River. Built during the reign of Queen Tamar, it once housed up to 50,000 people.

Jvari Monastery stands on a rocky mountaintop overlooking the confluence of the Mtkvari and Aragvi rivers. This 6th-century Georgian Orthodox monastery is one of the earliest examples of cross-dome church architecture.

The Holy Trinity Cathedral is the main cathedral of the Georgian Orthodox Church and one of the largest religious buildings in the world. Construction began in 1995 and was completed in 2004.

Alaverdi Cathedral is one of the tallest churches in Georgia, reaching 50 meters in height. Founded in the 6th century by Assyrian monk Joseph Alaverdeli, the current structure dates to the 11th century.

David Gareja is a rock-hewn Georgian Orthodox monastery complex located in the semi-desert region on the border with Azerbaijan. Founded in the 6th century by Saint David Garejeli, it contains hundreds of cells and churches carved into rock.

Narikala Fortress is one of the oldest fortifications in Tbilisi, overlooking the city from a steep hill. The fortress dates to the 4th century and offers panoramic views of the Old Town.

Sioni Cathedral, named after Mount Zion in Jerusalem, was the main cathedral of Tbilisi until the construction of Sameba. It houses the cross of St. Nino, who converted Georgia to Christianity.

Metekhi Church sits on a cliff overlooking the Mtkvari River. Built in the 13th century, it was part of the royal palace complex and features the equestrian statue of King Vakhtang Gorgasali.

Motsameta Monastery sits on a cliff above the Tskaltsitela River canyon. Named after the martyrs David and Constantine Mkheidze, their relics are kept inside the church.

Samtavro Monastery is where St. Nino lived during her time in Mtskheta. The complex includes the Church of St. Nino and the tombs of the first Christian rulers of Georgia.

Ananuri is a castle complex on the Aragvi River. It was the seat of the Dukes of Aragvi and includes two churches, defensive towers, and beautiful views of the Zhinvali Reservoir.

Uplistsikhe is an ancient rock-hewn town dating to the Early Iron Age. It is one of the oldest urban settlements in Georgia and was a significant religious, political, and commercial center.

Anchiskhati Basilica is the oldest surviving church in Tbilisi, founded in the 6th century. Its name comes from a famous icon of Christ brought here from Anchi Cathedral.

The Georgian National Museum houses an impressive collection of archaeological artifacts, including the Dmanisi skulls (earliest human remains in Europe), ancient gold jewelry, and medieval religious art.

Located near Turtle Lake, this open-air museum showcases traditional Georgian architecture from different regions. Visitors can explore historic houses, towers, and wine cellars from across Georgia.

Gori Fortress sits on a rocky hill in the center of Gori city. Archaeological evidence suggests the site has been inhabited since the Bronze Age, with the current fortifications dating to medieval times.