City: Tbilisi
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What to do and see in Tbilisi, Georgia: The Best Churches & Cathedrals
Tbilisi (English: /təbɪˈliːsi, təˈbɪlɪsi/ tə-bih-LEE-see, tə-BIL-ih-see; Georgian: თბილისი [tʰbilisi] ( listen)), in some countries also still named by its pre-1936 international designation Tiflis (/ˈtɪflɪs/ TIF-liss), is the capital and the largest city of Georgia, lying on the banks of the Kura River with a population of approximately 1.5 million people. Founded in the 5th century AD by Vakhtang I of Iberia, since then Tbilisi served as the capital of various Georgian kingdoms and republics. Between 1801 and 1917, then part of the Russian Empire, Tbilisi was the seat of the Imperial Viceroy, governing both Southern and Northern Caucasus.
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1. Church of Saint George
2. St. Andrew's Church
3. Catholic Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul
4. St. David Mamadaviti's Church
5. Tsminda Sameba Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,789 reviews
Reviewed By midhaanuj - Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates
The place is Beautiful, one of the biggest church in Georgia. This is an impressive building from the outside and inside with its golden dome is really eye-catching. Very near to Avlabari metro station.
6. Kashveti Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 158 reviews
Reviewed By LuizDutraNeto - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Right at Tbilisi's affluent Rustaveli Avenue, just across the "Parliament of Georgia" building and sided by the "Georgian National Museum", you will find the "Kashveti Church of Saint George". A simple and peaceful church, built in the Byzantine architectural style, at the beginning of the 20th century. Architect Leopold Bilfeldt projected the new temple at the former site of an old damaged brick church. Beautiful frescoes by Georgian acclaimed painter Lado Gudiashvili decorate its walls and ceilings. Its name - "Kashveti" - is attributed to an ancient legend. It derives from the Georgian words "Kva" (stone) and "shva" (to give birth) and, according to the mentioned legend, in the 6th century thirteen missionaries came from Mesopotamia to Christianize Georgia - they are known as the "Thirteen Assyrian Fathers". One of them, Father David of Gareja, was accused by a local woman of making her pregnant. Father David of Gareja prophesied, in his denial, she would give birth to a stone. And the prophecy came true, the woman gave birth to a stone at the very site of "Kashveti Church". Amazing medieval legends ... A quick visit, say a prayer, light a candle and may beloved Saint George protect and bless your journey in beautiful Georgia - a country named after him". Enjoy!
7. Anchiskhati Basilica
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 235 reviews
Reviewed By israroz - Ra'anana, Israel
On the right bank of the river stands a church building which is in extremely poor condition and immediate renovation is more than required. It is the oldest church in Tbilisi, built in the 6th century, originally dedicated to Mary the mother of Jesus. In the 17th century, following a transfer of a famous icon of Christ from a monastery in Turkey, the church’s name has been changed to its current name. Scenes from the icon’s history adorn the church’s walls. The contents of the church’s space are AMAZING and extremely rich. NOT 2 B MISSED.
8. Mtatsminda Pantheon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 372 reviews
Reviewed By 289Piotr - Warsaw, Poland
Mtatsminda Pantheon is a place important for all Georgians - and great Georgians are buried there! It is a quite place on the steep slope and you will like both this site of contemplation and the geat views on the way up or down...
