Shatili, Medieval fortress settlement in Dusheti Municipality, Georgia
The stone fortification complex includes 60 interconnected towers rising along mountain slopes at 1400 meters above sea level in northeastern Georgia.
The settlement protected Georgia's northeastern borders from the 12th century, withstanding a notable attack by Imam Shamil's 5000 troops in 1843.
The Shatiloba festival in September brings together locals and visitors to celebrate traditional beer brewing, competitions, and regional performances.
Access requires a four-wheel drive vehicle on the single road from Tbilisi, with seasonal minibus service operating twice weekly from May to October.
The fortified structures allow inhabitants to move between buildings through an internal network without being visible from outside the complex.
Location: Dusheti Municipality
Elevation above the sea: 1,400 m
GPS coordinates: 42.65833,45.15694
Latest update: April 5, 2025 22:52
Georgia offers diverse photography settings from ancient fortresses to natural landscapes. The country features medieval churches, monasteries carved into cliffs, and national parks. Photographers can document architecture in Tbilisi, mountains in Svaneti, and coastal scenes along the Black Sea. Historical sites include Roman fortresses, Orthodox cathedrals, and archaeological ruins.
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