Mtskheta — Jvari — Uplistsikhe

Trip Description

Mtskheta, Georgia's ancient religious capital, is home to the UNESCO-listed Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and the Jvari Monastery, offering panoramic views over the confluence of the Mtkvari and Aragvi Rivers. Continue to Uplistsikhe, the ancient cave city carved into rock, once a major political, religious, and cultural center from the 6th century BC to the 11th century AD.

For your comfort on the excursion, wear comfortable shoes, sunglasses and a hat. The excursion program can be changed in case of weather conditions or at the discretion of the guide.

Route — 7 Stops

• 1
  Mtskheta Old TownGeorgia's ancient religious capital.
• 2
  Svetitskhoveli CathedralUNESCO-listed cathedral in the town centre.
• 3
  Samtavro ConventMonastery holding the grave of St. Nino.
• 4
  Jvari MonasteryHilltop monastery above the town.
• 5
  Rivers' Confluence ViewpointPanorama over the Mtkvari and Aragvi Rivers.
• 6
  Gori FortressHilltop citadel overlooking the town of Gori.
• 7
  Uplistsikhe Cave CityRock-carved city, 6th century BC – 11th century AD.

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