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3,000 Years of History: Georgia's Stunning Buildings

The country nestled among the Caucasus Mountains offers a glorious heritage, from the burial place of the shirt with which Jesus was crucified, through a synagogue of an ancient community to fortresses and medieval castles.

Here are some places you do not want to miss on a trip to Georgia

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Wednesday, April 21, 2021, 1:15 p.m.

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Narikla Fortress overlooks the capital Tbilisi (Photo: ShutterStock)

At times, areas and buildings in Georgia seem to have frozen in time. Not surprising for an area whose history spans, according to archaeological evidence, over some 3,000 years. Magnificent forts, ancient synagogues, medieval castles and even the place where, according to legend, the shirt with which Jesus was crucified is located - all these and more you will find in the surprising and fascinating country between Russia and Turkey, surrounded by the Great Caucasus Mountains in the north and the Little Caucasus Mountains in the south.

Georgia gained its independence in April 1991, after the dissolution of the Soviet Union, but as mentioned, its history is glorious and alongside the breathtaking landscapes and wonderful green mountains, you can also find a variety of reminders of ancient and ancient world, and special buildings, full of stories not to be missed.

The best way to discover them all is on an organized trip of course, with a guide who knows the place and knows everything there is to know about it. It will lead you around Georgia, from one magnificent structure to another, and you will embark on a carefree journey into the rich history of the place.

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Naricella Fortress Naricella

Fortress was built somewhere in the fourth century AD and overlooks the capital Tbilisi and the river Beam that flows alongside it. It is located on a small hill and on both sides you can see the remains of an ancient wall, which, like the fortress itself, was badly damaged in the middle of the 19th century. The place has never been restored since and thus allows a glimpse into the past. This is without a doubt one of the must-see points when visiting Tbilisi.

Samba Cathedral

The most prominent structure to those overlooking Tbilisi from the fortress of Naricella is this huge cathedral, the largest religious structure in the Caucasus region.

In Georgian, the word samba means "holy trinity" and is the abode of the Georgian patriarch.

Its construction lasted from 1995 until its opening in 2004 and has room for 10,000 worshipers and visitors.

It rises to a height of 87.1 meters and in general, will leave you stunned and fill your smartphones with photos.

Samba Cathedral (Photo: ShutterStock)

The synagogue in Kutaisi

In contrast to Tbilisi, which is better known to the world, the second largest city in Georgia, Kutaisi, is quieter and more hidden. At the same time, it offers a glorious past, including a Jewish structure that is really worth getting to know up close. Kutaisi has several synagogues and it is located in the north of the city, near the Rioni River, it is the largest and most important of them. It was built in 1885 and served for many years the large Jewish community, which shrank significantly (from about 20,000 to about 4,000 Jews) after immigrating to Israel in the 1970s. The structure of the Great Synagogue is beautiful on the outside, but the real magic will be revealed to those who will go inside and see the special Jewish art.

By the way, if you come to the place, do not miss the Barghetti Cathedral, which was built in the 12th century and is about a five minute drive from the synagogue. It boasts azure-colored roofs and domes and serves as one of the city's symbols.

Galati Monastery

In the hills on the outskirts of Kutaisi lies the "Virgin Monastery - Galati", established in 1106, deep in the Middle Ages.

It blends in perfectly with the charming landscape around it and has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was built as the Georgian gold and can be seen through the richness and gold reflected from the paintings scattered throughout it. Very until the beginning of the 21st century.

The impressive Galati monastery (Photo: ShutterStock)

Rabati Castle

in southern Georgia, not far from the border with Turkey, is home to the city of Ahlatsiha ("New Fortress") with its spacious ninth-century castle. For visitors to this area of ​​Georgia, this is one of the main attractions. Like quite a few places and buildings in the area, the castle went through some battles and wars and its restoration began exactly a decade ago. Today it is full of well-kept green shrubs, walking paths and corners that will reveal to you an old world.

The Monastery of the Cross and Svititschovli

in the city of

Mitzchata

, just north of Tbilisi, are located two UNESCO World Heritage Sites right next to each other, right where the Argby River connects to the Beam River in a beautiful area. At the top of a dramatic cliff overlooking the city and the river connection, it was built in the sixth century AD and unlike many buildings in Georgia, managed to survive almost perfectly the hardships of time.

Svetitskhovli is a cathedral of the Georgian Orthodox Church and was founded by King Mirian as early as the fourth century AD.

It is the second largest religious structure in the country, after the Holy Trinity Cathedral.

Through the transparent floor you can actually see the foundations of the building and according to legend, this is where the shirt with which Jesus was crucified was buried.

The article is sponsored by Pegasus Organized Trips - as part of its goal to promote acquaintance with world cultures and enrichment of knowledge.

The article is sponsored by Pegasus Organized Tours

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