Municipio de Ajaltsije

Provincia · Región de Samtsje-Yavajeti, 🇬🇪 Georgia

Población 38.403

Superficie 1071 km²

Zona horaria Asia/Tbilisi

Sitio web oficial akhaltsikhe.ge

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Akhaltsikhe Essentials

Akhaltsikhe is anchored by the Rabati Fortress, a sprawling 9th-century complex featuring a gold-domed mosque, an Orthodox church, and the regional history museum. Beyond the city, the 10th-century Sapara Monastery remains hidden in the forested mountains, preserving exceptional medieval frescoes and stone carvings. The area's strategic importance is highlighted by the clifftop ruins of Atskuri Fortress and the 18th-century Ottoman-style public baths, reflecting the diverse cultural influences of the Samtskhe-Javakheti region.

6 lugares

Editor's Choice

This collection highlights the historical and cultural landmarks of Akhaltsikhe and its surroundings. It features monuments dedicated to Shota Rustaveli and Queen Tamar, key figures of Georgia’s 12th-century Golden Age. The selection includes the medieval Tiseli Church of the Virgin and the archaeological remains of ancient baths and rock-cut cave complexes, reflecting the region's diverse architectural heritage and strategic importance within the Samtskhe-Javakheti region.

5 lugares

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Religious Heritage

This collection highlights the diverse religious architecture of the Akhaltsikhe region, where Georgian Orthodox and Catholic traditions intersect. Key sites include the 10th-century Sapara Monastery, hidden in a forested canyon, and the ruins of the massive Atsquri Cathedral. The list also features the 16th-century Vale Virgin Mary Church, known for its intricate stone reliefs, alongside rock-cut cave monasteries and active nunneries that illustrate the area's multi-confessional history.

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