Mtskheta- Georgia

Located near Tbilisi, Mtskheta is one of Georgia’s oldest cities and a center of Georgian Orthodoxy. Visitors can explore its sacred sites, including the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and Jvari Monastery. With its peaceful ambiance and scenic views of the Aragvi and Mtkvari Rivers, Mtskheta offers a glimpse into Georgia’s spiritual and historical roots.

History

Mtskheta was the capital of the Kingdom of Iberia from the 3rd century BC to the 5th century AD. It is where Christianity was declared the state religion in the 4th century. The city’s monuments reflect its historical and religious significance as the cradle of Georgian Christianity.

What To See

• Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
• Jvari Monastery
• Samtavro Monastery
• Shio-Mgvime Monastery
• Armaztsikhe Fortress
• Mtskheta Archaeological Museum.