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Mtskheta, Religious city at the confluence of Kura and Aragvi rivers, Georgia.

The ancient city of Mtskheta sits at an elevation of 460 meters, surrounded by mountains and marked by numerous stone churches and monasteries.

Between the 3rd century BC and 5th century AD, Mtskheta functioned as the capital of the Kingdom of Iberia, developing substantial defensive walls and fortifications.

Svetitskhoveli Cathedral stands as the central religious building of Mtskheta, containing burial places of Georgian rulers and religious artifacts from the 11th century.

Mtskheta connects to Tbilisi through regular minibus services from Didube station, with the journey taking approximately 30 minutes along the main highway.

The Jvari Monastery occupies a mountain peak above Mtskheta, marking the location where Saint Nino placed a wooden cross in the 4th century.

Location: Mtskheta Municipality

Elevation above the sea: 460 m

Website: http://mtskheta.gov.ge

Website: http://mtskheta.gov.ge

GPS coordinates: 41.84306,44.71944

Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:55

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