St George's Church, Qakh

The stone church stands near the Kakistskali river bank, featuring traditional Georgian architectural elements with high walls and arched windows.

First constructed before Shah Abbas I's invasions of Georgia, the church underwent reconstruction in the early 18th century and renovation by Ivan-Baba Belughashvili.

The church functions as the central gathering place for 7,500 Ingiloy Georgians who maintain their traditions in this region of Azerbaijan.

Located at coordinates 41.42565°N and 46.943497°E, the church remains the single operating Georgian Orthodox religious building in Azerbaijan.

The structure retains its original religious purpose while receiving protection as a cultural monument under Azerbaijani authorities.

Location: Qakh District

Inception: 1855

GPS coordinates: 41.42565,46.94350

Latest update: March 4, 2025 12:23