- Jvari Church - The Jvari Monastery, or Jvari Monastery, is one of the masterpieces of Georgian architecture and has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It was built on a hill near Mtskheta overlooking the confluence of two rivers, Mtkvari and Aragvi. However, the original structure was much smaller. After converting to Christianity, King Mirian erected a tall wooden cross on the hill, which was venerated by various Christian nations. Later a smaller church was built next to the church, which is now called the little cross. However, the church was too small to accommodate all visitors, and in AD 586-604 the larger Jvari Cathedral was built over the wooden cross. The base of the old cross has been preserved.
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All fees and taxes included
- at lunch / dinner
- Lunch
- Uplistsikhe Museum ticket - GEL 15 per person
- Ticket to Ceramics Studio And Museum including Ceramics Master Class - 30 GEL per person
Mtskheta - There’s no other place in Georgia as captivating as this UNESCO World Heritage Site and an essential destination for your Georgian holiday. Our guided trip allows you to explore Mtskheta and become familiar with the historical essence of its cultural landmarks. A trip to Georgia is incomplete without experiencing Mtskheta. Our excursion will offer you a unique passage through the 11th century Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and the Jvari Church, providing an unparalleled view of the city. Join us on this expedition through Georgia’s millennial history. Explore the ancient cave city of Uplistsikhe and uncover remnants of human civilization’s origins in one of the world’s most ancient human settlements. You will be amazed. To wrap up our expedition, we offer you the chance to partake in a personalized Georgian pottery class.
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