Jvari Monastery - Wikipedia
WEBJvari Monastery (Georgian: ჯვრის მონასტერი) is a sixth-century Georgian Orthodox monastery near Mtskheta, eastern Georgia. Jvari is a rare case of an Early Medieval Georgian church that has survived to the present day almost unchanged.
Jvari Monastery | World Monuments Fund
WEBLocated at the precipice of a vertical cliff, Jvari Monastery is a remarkable sacred landmark visible from the ancient city Mtskheta. The building techniques and high standards of engineering, as well as the diverse decorative program, of the landscaped monastery exemplify exceptional centuries-old Georgian building practices alongside a wide ...
Jvari Church, Mtskheta - Tripadvisor
WEBJvari Church. 980 reviews. #3 of 15 things to do in Mtskheta. Churches & Cathedrals. Closed now. 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM. Write a review. What people are saying. By Leveric N. “ Breathtaking view! Mar 2024. Amazing views of the Georgian countryside! By Dirk W. “ 6th century ! Sep 2023.
Jvari Monastery – A Step Forward for Georgian Architecture
WEBJvari Monastery started the trend of building crossed-dome churches in Georgia, earning it Georgia’s first nomination on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Monks have been living at Jvari Monastery since 1996.
Jvari Monastery: Majestic UNESCO Heritage Site in Mtskheta, …
WEBJvari Monastery, a sixth-century Georgian Orthodox marvel near Mtskheta, eastern Georgia, stands as a testament to early medieval Georgian architecture. Perched atop Jvari Mount, this structure harmoniously integrates with its natural surroundings, a characteristic of medieval Georgian design.
Historical Monuments of Mtskheta - UNESCO World Heritage …
WEBThe Historical Monuments of Mtskheta are located in the cultural landscape at the confluence of the Aragvi and Mtkvari Rivers, in Central-Eastern Georgia, some 20km northwest of Tbilisi in Mtskheta. The property consists of the Jvari Monastery, the Svetitstkhoveli Cathedral and the Samtavro Monastery.
Jvari Monastery of Mtskheta: Icon of Georgian Architecture and …
WEBJvari Monastery in Mtskheta is a remarkable specimen of Early Medieval Georgian architecture, dating back to the sixth century as an Orthodox monastery. Recognized for its historical significance, the monastery was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994. Perched atop Jvari Mount, “Jvari” translates from Georgian to “cross.”
Jvari monastery | Georgian Travel Guide
WEBAbout Jvari monastery. Best time to visit: All Season. Jvari Monastery- VI century church and monastery, located in the east of Mtskheta, at the mouth of the river Mtkvari and Aragvi, on the rocky mountain peak. Jvari Monastery is …
Jvari - Crossing Frontiers
WEBJvari - Crossing Frontiers. Niamh Bhalla. The Church of the Holy Cross at Jvari Monastery stands on a rocky mountaintop at the confluence of the Mtkvari and Aragvi rivers, overlooking the town of Mtskheta which was the capital of …
Jvari Monastery: a special monument in Georgian history
WEBNov 6, 2018 · Jvari Monastery is treasured particularly as it was related to the declaration of Christianity as a state religion in Georgia. A fabulous panoramic site near the town of Mtskheta, just over 20...
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