Church of Kish, Ancient Christian temple in Shaki, Azerbaijan
The Church of Kish features stone masonry walls, narrow windows, and a central dome rising above the main hall of the structure.
Saint Eliseus established the first religious building on this site during the 1st century, making it one of the earliest Christian places in the Caucasus.
The church structure demonstrates the evolution of religious architecture, incorporating both Georgian Orthodox and Caucasian Albanian design elements across different periods.
The building now functions as a museum showcasing artifacts from the 4th to 7th centuries, with guided tours available for visitors throughout the week.
Archaeological excavations revealed human remains of a person approximately two meters tall, now displayed under a transparent dome in the church yard.
Location: Shaki
GPS coordinates: 41.24893,47.19307
Latest update: March 10, 2025 05:47
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