Agara monastery, Orthodox monastery in Akhaltsikhe, Georgia
The monastery complex stands atop a mountain in the Uraveli River Valley, with three sides enclosed by deciduous forest and one side facing a cliff.
Founded during the 10th century, the monastery developed around an earlier church structure dating back to the 6th and 7th centuries.
The monastery contains four churches from different periods, illustrating the evolution of Georgian Orthodox architectural styles through the centuries.
The geographical coordinates 41°31'53"N, 43°2'33"E help visitors locate this religious complex in the Samtskhe-Javakheti region of Georgia.
The main church represents the largest single-nave construction among Georgian churches, featuring preserved ancient wall paintings and decorated windows.
Location: Akhaltsikhe
GPS coordinates: 41.53139,43.04250
Latest update: March 7, 2025 04:17
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