Bedia Cathedral, Eastern Orthodox cathedral in Bedia, Abkhazia.
The stone cathedral features a domed cruciform structure with a bell tower positioned on the northern narthex and exhibits medieval Georgian architectural elements.
King Bagrat III of Georgia commissioned the construction of Bedia Cathedral in 999, marking the establishment of a united Georgian kingdom.
The southern wall contains medieval murals depicting portraits of King Bagrat II and members of the Dadiani noble family from different historical periods.
Visitors can reach the cathedral via local transportation from nearby towns, with Batumi Airport located 130 kilometers from the site.
The cathedral houses the tomb of Bagrat III and Queen Gurandukht, while Archbishop Anton Zhuanisdze established a manuscript library within the monastery complex.
Location: Bedia
Inception: 10 century
Founders: Bagrat III of Georgia
GPS coordinates: 42.76720,41.66890
Latest update: May 11, 2025 10:38
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