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A beautiful city<\/a> with an ancient history<\/a> of Tbilisi – the birthplace of the poets Rustaveli and Chavchavadze, the great artist Pirosmani, the actress Sofiko Chiaureli and the singer Nani Bregvadze arose a long time ago. Excavations carried out in the historical center revealed thermal baths of the 1st-2nd centuries AD. e. with changing rooms and swimming pools, the remains of the walls and floors of which are lined with mosaics. The water in them circulated through a complex system of ceramic pipes. All this is evidence that even then the city<\/a> had a well-developed infrastructure, although according to official documents, the capital of Georgia (Iberia) was founded in the 5th century by King Vakhtang Gorgasali. The results of the excavations refuted these data and proved that Tbtlada, indicated on the early Roman maps (1-2 centuries AD), is the current Tbilisi. In it, as in other ancient cities<\/a>, there are many ancient sights<\/a>. So, let's tell<\/p>\n

Narikala fortress<\/h2>\n

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Everyone who list<\/a>ened to the famous soulful song about Tbilisi is familiar with the word “Narikala” mentioned in it. But not everyone knows that Narikala is an ancient fortress located<\/a> on the Holy Mountain, Mtatsminda, famous in poetry and songs. The fortress walls and towers amaze the imagination with their external impregnable power. Looking at the monumental structures from a distance, you understand how much labor, effort and effort have been invested in this ancient defensive fortification.<\/p>\n

Presumably, the fortress is the same age as the city and expanded along with the expansion of the city's borders. The fortress walls descend in steps directly to the waters of the Kura, which allowed the owners of Narikala to control the trade route<\/a>s passing next to the river. It should be noted that the water supply system of the fortress, progressive at that time, was car<\/a>ried out through canals and aqueducts.<\/p>\n

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Despite massive walls, protected by rocks on one side<\/a> and a stormy river on the other, the citadel was besieged and captured several times. The Mongols, having taken possession of the fortress, called it “Naryn-kala” – the Small Fortress. Nature also tested Narikala for strength: the earthquake of 1827 caused a lot of damage to the towers and walls. In this form, the fortress stood until the 90s of the last century, until it was partially rest<\/a>ored. The church of St. Nicholas was completely built, the ruins of which were discovered during archaeological excavations (1966). Now the church rises with a fresh pointed dome over the hoary antiquity of the fortress.<\/p>\n

And on this site<\/a> you can rent a car<\/a> in Georgia<\/a> from only $25 per day!<\/p>\n

It is not difficult to get to the fortress now: a modern cable car has been laid to it, leading from Rike Park to the Sololak Range (the location of the fortress). From the cabins of the trailers, the surroundings of the city and the Kura, over which the cable car passes, are clearly visible. Tour<\/a>ists willingly visit the main attraction of the Georgia<\/a>n capital.<\/p>\n

Shota Rustaveli Avenue<\/h2>\n

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The central street in ancient times was an ordinary dirt road connecting the village of Digomi with a walled city. In the first half of the 19th century, when the city began to grow intensively, beautiful residential buildings and state institutions began to be erected along the road, and the road was covered with paving stones. A new wide Golovinsky Avenue was formed, which in Soviet times was declared the main street and named after the great national poet Rustaveli.<\/p>\n

A walk along the avenue, divided by a picturesque plane<\/a>-chestnut alley, is an interest<\/a>ing acquaintance with historical buildings and monuments. The avenue starts from the square. Freedom, which was also formed in the Soviet era. In the center<\/a> of the square on the right is a magnificent column with a golden bus<\/a>t of St. the patron saint of Georgia, George. It is located on the site of the former theater, demolished during the reign of Beria.<\/p>\n

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Instead of the old building, a new building of the Marriott Theater was erected on the avenue. Nearby stands a majestic building in the style of classicism, with a white slender colonnade – the Headquarters of the Caucasian Corps (1824), which is the first administrative building of the avenue. Vorontsov Palace<\/a>, located next to the station. metro station “Svoboda” in importance can be compared with the Winter Palace of St. Petersburg<\/a>. The magnificent building was built during the years of governorship in Georgia of the progressive Count Vorontsov.<\/p>\n

After the revolution, the Palace became the place for making the most important historical decisions about the fate of the entire Transcaucasus. Since the 1930s, it housed the House of Pioneers, and now it is called the Youth House. Inside is the Hall of the Georgian Parliament; hangs a memorial plaque proclaiming the independence of Azerbaijan.<\/p>\n

Directly in front of the Palace opposite, the stone mass of the National Museum of Georgia is built, more precisely, part<\/a> of the museum complex. The “Golden Fund” is opened here, which contains ancient exhibits made of gold from prehistoric times. After the collapse of the USSR, the pretentious Museum of Soviet Occupation was organized for propaganda purposes, the exhibitions of which illustrate the power of the Bolsheviks in Georgia.<\/p>\n

K \/ theater “Rustaveli” – the largest entertainment institution, accommodating 5 auditoriums with a demonstration of films<\/a> in Georgian and Russian. An interesting<\/a> object is the building of the Georgian Parliament, a witness to the solemn and tragic events of the early 90s in new Georgia: the January battles of 1992, Zhvania's funeral, Saakashvili's inauguration, rallies and processions.<\/p>\n

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The Kashveti Temple<\/a> is the only one of the 3 remaining Christian churches (Kamoyants, Kalauban and Alexander Nevsky were demolished during the years of Beria). The temple was built in 1907 at the expense of the owner of Georgian industrialist<\/a>s and, in particular, the owner of the cognac factory. Outwardly, the temple exactly duplicated the church in Samtavisi with neo-Georgian style architecture. Inside, the temple is decorated with original frescoes by the famous artist L Gudiashvili, who was reproached for the atypical depiction of frescoes. Rustaveli Drama Theater – a magnificent architectural decoration of the avenue, was built in 1901 as a striking example of pseudo-baroque, with a luxurious front entrance. Actually, each building on the avenue is of great interest to the guests of the city.<\/p>\n

Cathedral<\/a> of Sioni<\/h2>\n

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The oldest religious monument of Orthodoxy – Zion Cathedral, named after the mountain of the same name, was erected on the banks of the Kura in the 6th century in honor of the Assumption of the Virgin. Soon the Arabs destroyed it, but in the 12th century, under King David, the temple was rebuilt and then repeatedly restore<\/a>d, lining the walls with pink tuff. During the reign of Beria, they also tried to demolish the temple, but the cathedral, fortunately, survived and acquired the status of the Orthodox Assumption Church. The monumental building looks quite modest and ascetic on the outside, but inside the gaze opens up the majestic bright beauty of the decoration. High vaults, decorated with talented painting, icons of saints, create a festive solemnity of the atmosphere. Within its walls is the main church relic – the cross of St. Nina – the founder of Christianity.<\/p>\n

Old Tbilisi<\/h2>\n

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This is an area<\/a> of \u200b\u200bthe city, previously surrounded by a fortress wall, some fragments of which are still preserved in some places as evidence of ancient borders. The famous sulfur baths, ancient Armenian and Georgian temples are located in Old Tbilisi. One of them is Anchiskhati (6th century) or the Church of St. Mary, which kept the oldest icon from the city of Anchi. She was transfer<\/a>red to the Museum of Art in the 20th year. Today, only the walls remain from the old temple, the internal elements appeared later.<\/p>\n

Surb Nshan (Holy Sign) – Armenia<\/a>n temple of the 18th century on the street. Vertskhli, now in disrepair, which gives it a peculiar appeal. The Church of Our Lady of Bethlehem, located in the district of Kldisubani, is very popular with paris<\/a>hioners. Especially a lot of people come here on August 28 on the Day of the Assumption. Another temple of the 18th century – St. George's Cathedral, which survived the years of oblivion, is now revived through restoration.<\/p>\n

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In the center<\/a> rises the modern Cathedral of the Holy Trinity (Sameba), which in grandeur can be compared with Moscow's Christ the Savior. The cathedral can accommodate 15 thousa<\/a>nd parishioners at the same time. The majestic multi-tiered outside building with a round turret and a golden dome is a true masterpiece of architecture. Each street has its own ancient landmark in the form of an Orthodox church, a Muslim mosque or an Armenian church, as evidence of the multinationality of the city.<\/p>\n

Abanotubani<\/h2>\n

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Leafing through the pages of literary works about Georgia, one can definitely find in them a mention of the famous hot sulfur baths located in the Abanotubani region. Indeed, even in the translation “tbili” sounds like “warm”, which eloquently confirms the presence in the city of a large number of hot springs, the healing power of which was experienced by the locals. Therefore, from the 16th century, enterprising townspeople actively equipped baths at the site of the springs.<\/p>\n

All of them were basically rather simple low-rise buildings in the oriental style, with semicircular domes, in which large glass windows were located in the center. Through them, light fell directly into the baths, which were below ground level. Each bath was called by the name of the owner: Zubalovskaya, Orbelianovskaya, etc.<\/p>\n

Vorontsov Palace<\/h2>\n

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This magnificent building in the Renaissance style is the most beautiful architectural monument not only of Rustaveli Avenue, but of the whole city. Built in 1868 during the governorship of Count Vorontsov, the palace embodied in its architecture and interior decoration the historical grandeur and significance of the progressive royal governor in the life of Georgia. The magnificent elegance of the white building with a figured facade, with a suite of arched windows, makes an indelible impression on everyone who see<\/a>s it for the first time.<\/p>\n

The interior decoration simply plunges into an emotional shock with the beauty of the interiors and the luxurious richness of their design: gilding decorations, original design of unusual chandeliers, exquisite furniture, elegant lamps – everything causes admiring awe. The Persian Hall, designed in white tones, with stucco molding inlaid with mirrors, creating a feeling of some kind of ephemeral airiness, is distinguished by its incredible beauty. The hall is the undoubted pearl of the palace. After the establishment of Soviet power, the building was given into the possession of children<\/a> and youth. Now it is officially called the “House of Youth”.<\/p>\n

Georgian Betania<\/h2>\n

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In a rather remote and inaccessible place, among pines, ash trees, walnuts, there is a unique<\/a> ancient monastery of Betania, presumably dating back to the time of Queen Tamara. Probably, due to the inaccessibility of these places, the monastery stood abandoned for a long time, until it was discovered by the architect and amateur artist Gagarin, who studied the surroundings. Having become the property of public interest, the monastery was revived anew and became the dwelling place of the monks (until 1963). There is a unique architectural monument of antiquity above the confluence of two mountain rivers Vera and Bethany, hence the name of the monastery, built in honor of the Virgin.<\/p>\n

Now on the monastery territory there is a massive church of the Nativity of the Virgin and service buildings. Despite the past centuries, numerous murals inside the temple, representing literally the entire history<\/a> of Christianity, are quite well preserved. Images of the prophets, the betrayal of Judas, the Last Supper, the suffering Peter, the washing of the feet are made by brilliantly unknown artists. The scenes of the “Crucifixion” amaze with their liveliness and reality of what is depicted, the strength of the feelings invested by the masters in their masterpieces. The entire monastery of Betania is a priceless treasure of the Georgian land, which holds many secrets<\/a> that have not yet been solved.<\/p>\n

National Museum of Georgia<\/h2>\n

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A huge monumental building on Rustaveli Avenue houses several museums that are part of the unified museum network of the state. The Caucasian Museum (as it was called before) was founded in 1825 by the Imperial Geographical Society of Russia and over the years of its existence it has endured many trials and relocations of exhibits. In total, the museum system includes 13 museums, the main of which are located just in this building on Rustaveli Avenue.<\/p>\n

The expositions on the first floor reveal the ancient Iberian history<\/a> of Georgia, demonstrating unique finds discovered during excavations of the famous Trialeti mound. Items found in it date back to the 2nd century BC. e. and make up the Golden Fund of the museum. Gold and silver cups, magnificent ceramic dishes, jewelry, coins, various types of ancient weapons are the priceless treasures of Georgia. Some of them, for example, a goblet made of gold, inlaid with precious stones and geometric figures, is considered a world<\/a> relic.<\/p>\n

There are many different tools and handicrafts here; samples of fabrics, types<\/a> of clothing from prehistoric eras and the Christian period, handmade carpets are widely represented. The most unique exhibit is the fossilized human fragments of Homo ergaste – the oldest evidence (1.8 million years) of human existence outside Africa.<\/p>\n

Similar remains were previously found only on the African continent. Truly priceless rarities are a collection of stones with Urartian inscriptions on them. The second and third floors are occupied by the Museum of Soviet Occupation, organized after Georgia left the USSR. It is objectively difficult to agree with all the exhibits and comments on them, written in Georgian and English.<\/p>\n

House of Melik-Azaryants<\/h2>\n

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The tenement house of the wealthy merchant Melik-Azaryants is otherwise called the Tiflis Passage for its length, which stretches over almost the entire block. It is interesting not only for its presentable appearance, created by the talented architect Obolonsky, but also for its avant-garde construction technique. Facades made of rough stone are decorated with sculptural bas-reliefs, stucco garlands and wreaths (the latter are made in mourning for the owner's daughter) give the building a unique flavor.<\/p>\n

Corner turrets, elegant bay windows (protruding interior parts of the premises) allowed the house to be a champion in height and originality of design for a long time. The windows of the upper tier are decorated with openings resembling teardrops in shape. The foundation of the unique building is dug deep into the ground and protected from groundwater by a casing made of lead plates. An underground space of several floors was formed under the above-ground part of the house, where shops, a pharmacy, and a hairdresser were located. After nationalization, the owner himself lived for a century in a small room in the basement, perpetuating his name in an architectural monument.<\/p>\n

Artsruni caravanserai<\/h2>\n

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A massive building of 3 floors on Oruzheynaya Street is a typical symbol of the old city, universal in its purpose. When Tiflis was the center of crafts and trade, there was an urgent need for premises where trading people could stay for the night, place their goods brought with the caravan on the shelves. Hence the name of the caravanserai, which has 33 living rooms, 25 wholesale shops and shops, 24 warehouses. Now the Museum of the History<\/a> of Georgia is located in the restored premises.<\/p>\n

Peace Bridge<\/a><\/h2>\n

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A modern hi-tech steel and glass bridge structure, thrown from one bank of the Kura to the other, connected the old districts of the city with new microdistricts. Avant-garde Europe<\/a>ans were involved in the development<\/a> of the Bridge of Peace project: Italian architect F. Martin and French designer M. de Lucchi. The new bridge, hanging in a transparent bluish arc over the river, has become a symbol of Tbilisi's path from the past to the future.<\/p>\n

Even those who objected to the high-tech bridge are now admiring the magnificent illumination built into the parapets of the bridge in the evening hours: every hour 30,000 light bulbs “write out” in Morse code the names of the chemical elements that make up the human body. The beautiful old city, sung in poetry and prose, leaves a deep impression on everyone who comes here.<\/p>\n

Freedom Square<\/h2>\n

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The main square of the Georgian capital has undergone numerous changes in its history. In ancient times, it occupied a site in front of the entrance (Kojori) gates to the fortress. The territory was used to accommodate visitors, so the square was called Hotel<\/a>. In the 19th century, it was named after the conqueror of the Erevan fortress – General I. Paskevich. The perimeter of the square was actively built up. A large caravanserai of the merchant Tamamshev and the building of the city theater appeared here. The square became known as the Theater Square.<\/p>\n

In the 20th century, the square changed its name several times, in accordance with political trends: the Transcaucasian Federation, Beria, Lenin. For a long time, a monument to the leader of the proletariat stood on it. In the 90s. he was eliminated. The central position was occupied by a column with a gilded figure of the patron saint of Georgia, George the Victorious, trampling a dragon (35 m). The author is Z. Tsereteli.<\/p>\n

The modern name of the square emphasizes the freedom-loving spirit of the inhabitants of the Transcaucasian republic. Freedom Square is the starting point for a walk.<\/p>\n

Zoo<\/h2>\n

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For more than 90 years, citizens and guests of the capital have been visiting the zoo with pleasure. Its history began in 1927, when a plot of 100 hectares was allocated at the intersection of the Vake and Saburtalo districts for the placement of enclosures with animals. The zoo was created not only as an entertainment complex, but also as a scientific center. The zoologists who worked in it paid attention to the study of the behavior of animals, their acclimatization, conducted experiments on crossing and breeding new species.<\/p>\n

The plan of the zoo provided for the division into zones. In one lived endemic inhabitants of the Caucasus. In the other, animals from different natural zones of the USSR (forest<\/a>, steppe, desert, etc.) were presented. The third was reserved for exotic fauna. A separate area was occupied by an oceanarium with a collection of marine fish. In 2015, the enclosures were destroyed, and many animals died as a result of the flood.<\/p>\n

Currently operating normally. In addition to watching animals, visitors can relax<\/a> in the entertainment area with many attractions<\/a>, get a horse riding lesson or sit at a table in a cafe.<\/p>\n

Monument Mother Kartli<\/h2>\n

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In commemoration of the 1,500-year history of the city (1958), a majestic sculpture “Mother Kartli” (“Mother Georgia”) ascended over the top of the Sololaki hill. Its authorship belongs to the famous sculptor E. Amashukeli. For his monumental work, he was awarded the State Prize of the Georgian Republic (1965). In the image of a woman with a sword and a cup of wine in her hands, the author symbolically showed the character of the Georgian people: cordially accepting friends and bravely defending themselves from enemies.<\/p>\n

Initially, the sculpture was made of wood. However, given the fragility of the natural material, it was decided to cast the figure from an aluminum alloy. In the 90s. 20th century monument has been modified. The woman's costume has undergone changes. Her head was decorated with a scarf and bay leaves. Mother Kartli has long become a symbol of the Georgian capital. The 20-meter monument is clearly visible from all corners of the city.<\/p>\n

Botanical Garden<\/h2>\n

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The capital's botanical garden is located outside the city limits. He was assigned a territory in the gorge of the Tsavkisistskali River. This area in the Middle Ages was occupied by thickets of figs, which were considered the property of the Georgian kings. In 1845, the afforestation was transferred to the category of a botanical garden at the direction of Count Vorontsov. For the purpose of improvement, buildings for a library, a museum, and a greenhouse were built on the site.<\/p>\n

Currently, the total area of \u200b\u200bthe botanical garden is 128 hectares. The plant fund includes over 3.5 thousa<\/a>nd representatives of flora from different parts of the world. Green spaces are divided into zones. The most popular among visitors are the rose garden and the pharmaceutical garden with medicinal crops. In the sector planted with coniferous plants, it is pleasant to take health walks and breathe in the healing air.<\/p>\n

The garden is open to visitors all year round and every day (except Mondays). Paid entrance.<\/p>\n

Ethnographic open-air museum<\/h2>\n

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You can get acquainted with different parts of Georgia without leaving the city in the ethnographic museum-skansen. It was organized in 1966 on the initiative of G. Chitay on the slope of Mtatsminda. An unusual museum exposition was collected throughout the country. Traditional buildings representing all parts of the republic are concentrated on a plot of 52 hectares.<\/p>\n

The interior decoration of the premises corresponds to the customs<\/a> of the area that the house represents. Utensils, furniture, clothing, agricultural implements (8 thousand exhibits) are on display for visitors. The museum has a significant collection of tombstones with carved reliefs.<\/p>\n

Among the buildings are forges, stables, barns, etc. A characteristic feature of the Georgian skansen are wine cellars that recreate the conditions for storing wine.<\/p>\n

Sameba (Trinity Cathedral)<\/h2>\n

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The main cathedral of the Georgian Orthodox Church is dedicated to the Holy Trinity (Tsminda Sameba). The grandiose building impresses with its scale. The temple area on the hill of St. Elijah covers an area of \u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b5 thousand square meters. m. Tsminda Sameba is one of the “troika” of the highest Orthodox churches in the world (over 100m). It was built on donations from citizens and solemnly consecrated in 2004.<\/p>\n

The interior of the cathedral includes 9 chapels (of which 5 are underground) and 13 altars. The temple is divided into 3 levels: 1 – aboveground and 2 – underground. The lower floor is occupied by the Church of the Annunciation. It contains sarcophagi intended for the remains of Georgian rulers – Vakhtang VI and Teimuraz II. The interior is striking in the splendor of decoration. The floor and columns are made of marble. The wooden doors are intricately carved.<\/p>\n

Believers can bow to the faces of 400 Georgian saints depicted on the icons. Icons made on gold plates are exhibited in the church. Among the masters who took part in the design of the Trinity Cathedral is the Patriarch of Georgia Ilia II. On the territory around the main building there are buildings with a patriarchal residence, a pilgrimage house, cells for monks, spiritual educational institutions. For the rest of the parishioners, a park area with a fountain and a mini-zoo is equipped. There is even a private apiary and a small cozy restaurant. The temple is available for visiting daily.<\/p>\n

Rike Park<\/h2>\n

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A pleasant pastime is guaranteed in Rike Park. Its name, translated from Georgian, means “Sands” and indicates its location in the former floodplain of the Kura River. The park area was recently equipped in 2010. The green spaces have not yet gained strength and therefore provide little shade in summer<\/a>. The expressiveness of the park landscape is given not by the variety of vegetation, but by the presence of many attractions<\/a>.<\/p>\n

For the entertainment of visitors there are:<\/p>\n

Of interest is the decoration of the recreation area. Among the art objects: a fountain built in the style of cubism and a huge piano. The most notable building in Rike Park is the concert and exhibition complex. Its appearance resembles two curved pipes. The design is made in a futuristic style of glass and metal. By cable car you can climb to the Narikala fortress.<\/p>\n

Metekhi Temple<\/h2>\n

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One of the oldest places of worship in the capital of Georgia and its calling card is the Metekhi (Assumption of the Virgin) temple. It is dated to the 12th century. According to legend, the famous Queen Tamara often came to the church to pray. During the Mongol invasion, the building was destroyed and was completely restored at the end of the 13th century. Subsequently, the temple was repeatedly modified. At various times it was used as a powder warehouse, a prison, a youth theater.<\/p>\n

The religious building resumed its original functions in the 90s. 20th century The central place on the iconostasis is given to the faces of the glorified great martyrs of Georgia – Saint Shushanik and Abo of Tbilisi. In front of the building, on a pedestal, stands the figure of the founder of the city, Vakhtang Gorgasali. He is depicted sitting on a horse, with his right hand raised up. The author of the work is E. Amashukali.<\/p>\n

Mount Mtatsminda<\/h2>\n

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Mount Mtatsminda is not only the highest point of Tbilisi (730 m), but also its sacred amulet. David of Gareji, revered in Georgia, settled in a cave on a wooded slope as early as the 6th century. In the place where he performed prayers, in the 19th century, the church of the same name, Mama Daviti, was erected. Every year it hosts a celebration dedicated to the holy ascetic – “mamdavititoba”. At the site of the former parking lot of David, 2 churches were built – Iversky and Preobrazhensky.<\/p>\n

Nearby, 3 springs break through to the surface of the earth, the water in which is considered holy and healing. The top of the mountain is occupied by a city park. The attention of visitors is attracted by a huge wall fresco called “Dedication to Pirosmani” (author N. Ignatov), \u200b\u200bdepicted on the wall of the restaurant. A television tower crowns the Holy Mountain. Its height is 277.4 m. Viewing platforms allow you to enjoy the panorama of the city in all its glory.<\/p>\n

Juma Mosque<\/h2>\n

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Among the many Christian churches in the capital of Georgia, a Muslim mosque stands apart. This is the only surviving stronghold of Islam in the city. The first religious building was erected by the Turks in the 20-30s. 18th century. The updated version of the mosque was designed by the Italian D. Scudieri. He gave the Mohammedan monastery neo-Gothic features. The building was built in the 1940s and 1950s. 19th century. The tower of the minaret rises above the entrance gate.<\/p>\n

Juma Mosque is functioning properly. It is interesting that representatives of two Islamic denominations, Sunnis and Shiites, worship there. In this regard, the interior arrangement of the premises has acquired distinctive features. For the administration of the services of each community, separate mihrabs (a recess in the wall towards Mecca) and minbars (elevations for imam's sermons) are equipped.<\/p>\n

Church of Anchiskhati<\/h2>\n

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Unpretentious in appearance, a bulky stone structure on Shavteli Street is the oldest temple in the capital. Its venerable age is 15 centuries. Records in the Georgian chronicles inform that the church in honor of the Nativity of the Virgin was built by order of the Iberian ruler Dacha Ujarmeli. He turned the city into the capital of the state, and made the temple the main one in it. In 1675 the cathedral was renamed. Its new name Anchiskhati refers to the Anchi icon with the face of the Savior, made in the encaustic technique.<\/p>\n

The building was repeatedly rebuilt, the tuff stone was replaced with brickwork. At the end of the 18th century, a brick bell tower was built next to the main building. The interior of the basilica is divided into 3 naves. The walls, as well as the vault, are decorated with frescoes and a collection of icons dating back to the 19th century. The remains of the Georgian Catholicos Evdemose I (Diasamidze) are buried in the crypt.<\/p>\n

Flea market at the Dry Bridge<\/h2>\n

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The bridge over the dry bed of the Kura was nicknamed Mshrali Khidi (“Dry Bridge”). The crossing was built according to the project of D. Scudieri. It has been connecting the shores for over 160 years. On the left bank in the 80s. In the 20th century, a spontaneous market arose, which eventually turned into the most popular flea market in Georgia. The flea market sells all sorts of items. Factory-made items and artisanal handmade items coexist on the shelves. If you wish, you can find real antiques. Many items come from the Soviet era.<\/p>\n

In a large assortment of images of Stalin. Collectors will appreciate porcelain figurines, smoking pipes, glass holders, badges. Fashionistas will enjoy sea<\/a>rching for treasures in the deposits of jewelry and bijouterie. For home use, you can buy carpets with paintings or chasing on the wall. Vendors gather at their usual place every day. The busiest time is on weekends.<\/p>\n

Puppet Theater Rezo Gabriadze<\/h2>\n

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Tourists<\/a> often stop at the Rezo Gabriadze puppet theater while walking around the city. His building is in the old part. The theater was formed relatively recently, in the 80s. last century. The initiator of its creation was the well-known figure of culture and art R. Gabriadze. A small cozy building with an auditorium for 80 sea<\/a>ts, organically blended into the urban landscape. In 2010, a tower was added to the main building. Its upper part is equipped with a clock mechanism. The new hour is announced by the blow of the hammer on the bell.<\/p>\n

Twice a day (12:00 and 18:00), spectators gather around the tower to watch a performance performed by miniature figurines. The pantomime bears the symbolic name “The Cycle of Life”.
\nThe author and creator of most puppets is R. Gabriadze. He is also known as a talented director and playwright.<\/p>\n

Monument to the heroes of the film Mimino<\/h2>\n

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For many generations of viewers, they have been revisiting the lyrical comedy “Mimino” by George Danelia with pleasure. The film, filmed in 1978, tells about the life conflicts of small aviation pilot Valiko Mizandari, nicknamed Mimino (“Falcon”). The heroes of the film turned out to be so believable that they are perceived as familiar people living in the neighborhood. The Georgian sculptor Z. Tsereteli decided to visually perpetuate the images. He recreated the figures of the main characters in bronze.<\/p>\n

Since 2011, citizens and guests can easily meet at the entrance to the Avlabari metro with pilot Mimino (actor V. Kikabidze), driver Rubik Khachikyan (actor F. Mkrtchyan), war veteran Ivan Volokhov (actor E. Leonov). The trinity is being watched by their cinematic creator, director Georgy Danelia.<\/p>\n

Monument “History of Georgia”<\/h2>\n

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A grandiose monumental building dedicated to the history of the development of the Georgian state, rises 13 km from the city center<\/a>. The construction of Sakartvelo Matiani began in 1985 and has not yet been completed. According to the idea of \u200b\u200bthe author, sculptor Z. Tsereteli, the complex consists of 16 huge stelae (35 m). Stone pillars from above are covered with slabs with bas-reliefs cast from copper and bronze. Each element visually consists of 3 parts:<\/p>\n

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  1. The bottom one represents biblical stories<\/li>\n
  2. The central one contains a portrait gallery of the famous natives of Georgia<\/li>\n
  3. The upper one shows stories about the traditions<\/a> of the Georgian people<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    The panoramic plan of the composition has a cruciform shape. The history of the spread of Christianity in the country is reminiscent of a small church near the monument and a cross made from the vine of St. Nino. Residents dubbed the majestic memorial “Georgian Stonehenge”.<\/p>\n

    turtle lake<\/h2>\n

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    Lake Kus-tba occupies a small depression on the north<\/a>ern slope of Mtatsminda. It was nicknamed Turtle for the abundance of armored reptiles. The size of the reservoir is small: the area is 0.044 sq. km, the maximum depth is 2.6 m. Geographically, the lake belongs to the park zone. The townspeople use it as a place to relax<\/a>. A pebbly beach stretches along the shore. In the summer, whole families come here to swim. The water temperature does not rise above +20 C.<\/p>\n

    For the entertainment of vacation<\/a>ers, there are all kinds of attractions<\/a>, incl. riding catamarans. Away from the coast, numerous catering establishments have been built where you can have a bite to eat. On the western shore of the reservoir there is a skansen museum with an ethnographic exposition. It is visited by tourists<\/a> with pleasure. The lake is easily accessible by car or by cable car.<\/p>\n

    Funicular and pantheon<\/h2>\n

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    The Georgian capital is proud of an unusual means of transport<\/a>ation – a funicular. Trailers that climb the rails up the mountain were put into operation in 1905. They were designed by the Belgian inventor A. Roby.
    \nThe     route<\/a> of movement is laid from the foot of Mount Mtatsminda to its summit (501 m). Travel<\/a> time 5 minutes. One stop is provided at the Pantheon of the famous natives of Georgia.<\/p>\n

    The national tomb of the heroes of Georgia was opened on the slope of the mountain in 1929. Many famous people (49 people) are buried on the territory of the memorial cemetery – politicians, writers, artists. Among them are A. Chavchavadze, V. Anjaparidze, V. Chabukiani, N. Dumbadze and others. The ashes of Stalin's mother, E. Geladze, rest in the Pantheon.<\/p>\n

    A special place is occupied by the grave of the Russian diplomat A. Griboyedov, who died in Persia. His widow insisted on the burial of the remains in Georgia and looked after the grave until the end of her life. She was buried next to her husband.<\/p>\n

    cable car<\/h2>\n

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    The relief of the Georgian capital is hilly. To climb the hill, 2 cable lines were built in Rike Park and Vake Park. They take visitors from the foot of the hills to the lookouts. Among tour<\/a>ists, the cable car from Rike Park to Mount Sololaki is popular. There are 8 hanging cabins, designed for 8 people each. Line length 508 m.<\/p>\n

    The ascent takes less than 2 minutes. On the mountain, tourists visit the ancient Narikala fortress and the Mother Kartli monument. The cable car in Vake Park is longer. The ascent on it lasts 6-7 minutes. During the movement from the cabins, the districts of Saburtalo and Vake, the memorial “History of Georgia” are clearly visible. Terminal station at Turtle Lake. Both cable cars operate all year round, seven days a week. Travel<\/a> is paid.<\/p>\n

    Aghmashenebeli Avenue<\/h2>\n

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    The main thoroughfare of the left-bank part is Agmashenebeli Avenue, named after the Georgian king David the Builder. The street runs through the old colorful district of Chugureti. The sidewalks are lined with many eclectic buildings dating from the late 19th century.<\/p>\n

    The avenue was included in the list of tourist route<\/a>s, thanks to its attractions<\/a>:<\/p>\n

    Of historical importance is the house No52, where the writer L. Tolstoy stayed in 1851 and the house No150, where in 1899-1901. lived I.V. Dzhugashvili. These events are marked by commemorative plaques on the buildings. From house No44, the avenue turns into a pedestrian zone, decorated in Europe<\/a>an style.<\/p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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