Samtavro Monastery, Orthodox monastery in Mtskheta, Georgia.
The Samtavro Monastery complex includes the Transfiguration Church, Saint Nino's church, a three-story bell tower, and defensive walls made of yellow stones.
King Mirian III of Iberia established the monastery in the 4th century, and King George I with Patriarch Melkisedek conducted major reconstruction in the 11th century.
The monastery features Georgian cross-dome architecture with ornamental carvings on the portal and distinct decorative patterns that respond to natural light exposure.
Visitors can access the monastery daily from 9:00 to 18:00, with free admission and required adherence to Orthodox church dress code standards.
The monastery grounds contain the graves of King Mirian III and Queen Nana, marking the burial site of Georgia's first Christian royal couple.
Location: Mtskheta
Inception: 4 century
Founders: Mirian III of Iberia
Part of: Historical Monuments of Mtskheta
GPS coordinates: 41.84647,44.71836
Latest update: May 11, 2025 08:54
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