Saint George's Church, Armenian church in Old Town, Tbilisi, Georgia
Description
Saint George's Church is an Armenian house of worship in Tbilisi's Old Town, standing at the corner of Vakhtang Gorgasali Square near the Narikala fortress ruins. The building follows Armenian architectural style and displays both older and newer artworks on its walls.
History
The church building was first mentioned in 1251, as confirmed by an Arabic inscription on a stone above the western entrance. During the 18th and 20th centuries, renovations and artistic work followed, refreshing the structure after damage and changing eras.
Culture
The church bears the name of Saint George and serves the Armenian community as a place of worship and gathering. Its interior spaces hold artworks from different periods that reflect the religious life of this community across centuries.
Practical
The building stands open to visitors and is easily reached via the nearby lanes of the Old Town. Plan time to explore the surrounding fortress and other nearby churches, as these are all clustered in the area.
Did you know?
The building holds the tomb of Sayat-Nova, an Armenian poet and musician who wrote in three different languages. His works show how artistic voices carried influence across boundaries in this region.
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