Embark on a journey through the Cable Car City of Chiatura and discover the fascinating history of Soviet-era Georgia. Ride a Communist-era cable car, explore the sacred Katskhi Pillar, and visit the remarkable Mghimevi Monastery.
Embark on a journey through the Cable Car City of Chiatura and discover the fascinating history of Soviet-era Georgia. Ride a Communist-era cable car, explore the sacred Katskhi Pillar, and visit the remarkable Mghimevi Monastery.
- Kutaisi - Our journey begins in Kutaisi. Share your location with us, and we’ll pick you up from any spot in Kutaisi, including hotels.
- Katskhi Pillar - Katskhi is a stairway to heaven, situated near Chiatura (13.4 km away). This natural wonder is a symbol of the region, attracting many visitors. Only one monk resides here, and he believes…
- Kutaisi - Our journey begins in Kutaisi. Share your location with us, and we’ll pick you up from any spot in Kutaisi, including hotels.
- Katskhi Pillar - Katskhi is a stairway to heaven, situated near Chiatura (13.4 km away). This natural wonder is a symbol of the region, attracting many visitors. Only one monk resides here, and he believes that the silence at the top brings one closer to God. Unfortunately, women are not permitted to visit. The pillar stands approximately 40 meters high.
- Chiatura Local Museum - We’ll also explore the Museum of Local Lore in Chiatura, which houses artifacts from the 3rd millennium B.C. discovered through archaeological excavations, as well as antique cameras and old photographs of Chiatura.
- Monastery Mgvimevi - The Mghvimevi monastery, a Georgian Orthodox site near Chiatura, is partly carved into rock. Its main feature is a 13th-century two-nave basilica dedicated to the Nativity of the Mother of God. The complex includes a small hall church, bell tower, and circuit wall, and is a functioning nunnery. The monastery is adorned with ornamental architectural sculptures and is listed as one of Georgia’s Immovable Cultural Monuments of National Significance.
- Kutaisi - Our journey concludes in Kutaisi. We’ll recommend the best restaurants serving traditional Georgian cuisine. Our experienced drivers will provide you with all the information you need while traveling in Georgia.
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- On-board WiFi
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- On-board WiFi
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Explore the echoes of history in Georgia’s Cable Car City. Discover a Soviet-era town and seize the opportunity to ride a cable car from the Communist era, taking in breathtaking views and embracing the Soviet ambiance. This tour includes a visit to the Katskhi Pillar, a limestone formation over 40 meters tall, crowned with an Orthodox monastery dating…
Explore the echoes of history in Georgia’s Cable Car City. Discover a Soviet-era town and seize the opportunity to ride a cable car from the Communist era, taking in breathtaking views and embracing the Soviet ambiance. This tour includes a visit to the Katskhi Pillar, a limestone formation over 40 meters tall, crowned with an Orthodox monastery dating back to the 6th to 8th centuries. Additionally, the tour features the Mghimevi Monastery, established in the 13th century, recognized as one of Georgia’s remarkable monuments.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
