Ubisi monastery

The monastery includes a ninth-century St George's church, a four-floor tower from 1141, and remains of a twelfth-century defensive wall.

St Gregory of Khandzta established the monastery in the ninth century as a religious center overlooking the Dzirula River gorge.

The interior walls display detailed fourteenth-century frescoes depicting biblical scenes and events from Saint George's life by painters Gerasimo and Damiane.

The monastery stands at 320 meters above sea level, 25 kilometers from Kharagauli town, making it accessible for day visits.

The monastery maintains twelve original icons, now preserved in the National Museum of Georgia in Tbilisi for protection.

Location: Imereti

Founders: Grégoire de Khandzta

GPS coordinates: 42.09970,43.22820

Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:37