Historical Monuments of Mtskheta
Overview
The historic churches of Mtskheta, former capital of Georgia, are outstanding examples of medieval religious architecture in the Caucasus. They show the high artistic and cultural level attained by this ancient kingdom.
About Historical Monuments of Mtskheta
Mtskheta is a city in the region of Mtskheta-Mtianeti, Georgia. It is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. It is located approximately 20 km (12 mi) north of Tbilisi, at the confluence of the Kura and Aragvi rivers. Currently a small provincial capital, for nearly a millennium until the 5th century AD, Mtskheta was a large fortified city and a significant economic and political center of the Kingdom of Iberia.
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Components(3 locations)
- •Svetitskhoveli Cathedral708bis-001
- •Samtavro Church and Monastery708bis-002
- •Mtskhetis Jvari (The Church of the Holy Cross - Mtskheta)708bis-003
Details
- Countries
- Georgia
- ISO Codes
- GE
- Area
- 3.85 ha
- Coordinates
- 41.8423, 44.7210
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