The founder of Gelati Monastery is King David IV. It happened in the 11th century. According to one version, Gelati Monastery later became the tomb for several Georgian kings.

The most beautiful monastery with a difficult history

Around 1089 - 1125 the great king of Georgia David IV created the Gelati monastery. The peculiarities of this religious and cultural monument include the fact that it covers a large period of state history. Historians claim that this monastery several centuries ago was the great tomb for all Georgian kings. There is reason to believe that George II, George III, Alexander V, Solomon I were buried here.

It is also worth noting that this is an unusual monastery. It can be confidently stated that here several hundred years ago translation activities were carried out and various sciences were taught. This temple is a kind of former institution of medieval education. It is known that Gelati was a special personality in the 12th-13th centuries. He was considered a high-ranking person in the palace and almost a catholicos.

In the 20th century, namely in 1995, the Gelati Academy resumed its life, and after a while a new scientific academy was founded here. This monastery ensemble is of great cultural value and significance for every inhabitant of Georgia. Many different historical treasures are on display here: the Gelati mosaics, 12th century frescoes, and a portrait of David Narina.

Now Gelati Monastery is included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Undoubtedly, one of the most fascinating monasteries is the Gelati Temple. This landmark of Georgia is striking in its scale and elegance, and is a value for all people. This cultural monument was included in the list of endangered monuments several years ago. Georgia's most beautiful landmarks are listed as UNESCO heritage and will be remembered by our ancestors.