Parkhali, Medieval monastery in Yusufeli, Turkey
The Parkhali monastery features stone walls, arched windows, and detailed architectural elements characteristic of religious structures from the medieval period.
The monastery construction was completed in 973 under the leadership of David III Kuropalates, marking a period of religious development in the region.
Saint John the Baptist cathedral within the monastery complex represents the intersection of Georgian religious traditions in northeastern Turkey.
Located on the southern slopes of the Eastern Pontic Range, the monastery currently functions as a village mosque serving the local population.
Research expeditions in 1917 discovered frescoes from the late 10th century hidden beneath layers of covering material for many decades.
Location: Artvin Province
Location: Yusufeli
Inception: 973
GPS coordinates: 40.97000,41.38300
Latest update: March 9, 2025 21:05
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