Saint Gevorg of Mughni Church

Saint Gevorg of Mughni Church is an Armenian church in the Old Town with a cross-shaped plan supported by four freestanding pillars and built from brick. The rectangular outer wall encloses the central space and defines the building's distinctive character.

The church was built in the 13th century and underwent reconstruction in 1756 with significant structural changes. The dome collapsed in 2009 during heavy rainfall, causing extensive damage to the structure.

The building has served different purposes over time and functioned as a folk art museum during the 1980s before returning to religious use. This varied history reflects how communities adapt sacred spaces to changing needs.

The church is easily reached on foot in the Old Town and forms part of the compact historic quarter that you can explore by walking. The site is open to visit, though the building is currently undergoing extensive restoration work.

The western entrance once had a vestibule that was destroyed in 1991, leaving large cracks in the walls that remain visible today. These scars tell the story of the damage the building has survived.

Location: Tbilisi

Inception: 1756

Architectural style: Armenian architecture

GPS coordinates: 41.69026,44.80419

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:06