Top sigths of Georgia
Travellers, who like hiking, cycling and walking, are recommended to visit Pankisi Gorge. This is a northern region of Georgia located in the central part of the High Caucasus. During a walk there, you will see the remains of old fortifications, ancient churches and other ruins. Don’t leave Georgia without visiting its capital and largest city – Tbilisi. Here you can make a tour in the Old Town, enjoy the beauty of Tbilisi Sameba Cathedral, visit Freedom Square and Metheki Church, observe old Narikala Fortress and see panoramic views of the city near Mother Georgia statue. … OpenChapters of the guide to Mtskheta
Mtskheta sightseeing
The oldest monastery – Jvari – is built on a mountain top at the confluence of two rivers – the Mtkvari and Aragvi. This ancient monastery is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. If we translate the name of this monastery from Georgian, Jvari means “Cross”. In the 4th century, Saint Nino erected a wooden cross on the mountain. This cross was the symbol of Christianity that defeated paganism. According to … Open