Chakvinji Fortress, Medieval fortress in Jikhashkari, Georgia
The stone fortress stands on a mountain overlooking the Chanistsqali river, featuring defensive walls, towers, and remnants of an ancient church.
The fortress, constructed between the second and third centuries, maintained its military function until the eighteenth century and connected to the Silk Road network.
David Dadiani, the last ruler of Samegrelo, was born within the fortress walls on January 26, 1813, marking its significance in Georgian history.
The fortress requires immediate preservation efforts, as Europa Nostra designated it among the seven most endangered monuments in Europe for 2023.
During the Soviet period, the establishment of a lime quarry near the fortress created underground spaces that now threaten the stability of its foundation.
Location: Zugdidi
GPS coordinates: 42.49097,41.98057
Latest update: March 5, 2025 19:57
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