Samtavro necropolis, Archaeological burial ground in Mtskheta, Georgia
The Samtavro necropolis extends across 20 hectares of land, containing over 3,000 graves dating from the Bronze Age to the 10th century.
Archaeological excavations at the site began in the 1870s under F. Bayern's direction and continued through multiple research phases, revealing extensive burial layers.
The necropolis exhibits diverse burial structures including stone tombs, sarcophagi, and brick tombs, reflecting the evolution of funeral practices in ancient Georgia.
The site contains multiple archaeological layers with preserved artifacts such as bronze tools, gold jewelry, and ceramics that document regional technological development.
Research findings from Samtavro reveal burial traditions from the fourth and fifth centuries that differ from standard Christian practices of that period.
GPS coordinates: 41.85137,44.71899
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:04
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