Tour to old capital Georgia - city Mtskheta

Mtskheta is one of the oldest cities of Georgia near Tbilisi. Mtskheta was capital of the early Georgian Kingdom of Iberia from the 3rd century BC to the 5th century AD. Here Georgians accepted Christianity in 317.Jvari Monastery is a Georgian Orthodox monastery of the 6th century near Mtskheta.. The great church represents the peak of architectural typology. It is a true architectural masterpiece of the early Medieval period overlooking the confluence of Aragvi and Mtkvari rivers from the top of the hill. Svetitskhoveli Cathedral was built in the 11th century, although the site itself is even older, dating back to the early 4th century.The monument has an elongated cross which appears to touch the sky. The cathedral is the second largest church building in Georgia and is listed as a UNESCO. Samtavro Monastery Complex was built in the 11th century. It contains the grave of queen Nana and  Mirian III, the king of Iberia, who established Christianity as the official religion in Georgia.

Punto d’incontro

trip

Prelievo

Tutti si ritrovano al punto di partenza; non c’è prelievo.

Tipo di biglietto

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Dimensione del gruppo

Fino a 20 viaggiatori

Gestito da

WST Georgia

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Tour operate twice in a day ,Departure at 10:00 and at 15:00