In order to see one of the most ancient fortresses of the 1st century, Avranlo, in Georgia, you will have to go to Kvemo Kartli. It is there, in the village of the same name, that the ancient landmark of Georgia resides.
Avranlo Fortress will not leave indifferent lovers of the most ancient sights of Georgia, it was created in the 1st century AD.
If you are a lover of real antiquities and are looking for what view in Georgia, then you need to pay attention to the megalithic fortress of Avranlo.
Mark on the map where to go so as not to get lost.
Location: Kvemo Kartli region, Tsalka municipality, Avranlo village.
This place should definitely be included in the list of "the most beautiful places in Georgia", at least due to the fact that it is not so easy to find more ancient sights.
The sights of Georgia have absolutely different ages, but some of them stand out.
The fortress of Avranlo was built in the 1st century. The location was obviously chosen deliberately, because thanks to this it has become a strategically important object. The fact is that Avranlo is built in such a way that it blocks a narrow passage between the mountains, which is the only way to get from the village of Trialeti to Borjomi Gorge.
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The fortress consists of 3 terraces. The first of them is located at the foot of a steep cliff, the second is laid through the very slope of the mountain, the third already runs through a clearing at the top of the canyon Ktsia.
Inside the terraces on the territory of the fortress are the citadel itself and a number of outbuildings. All of them are connected by narrow passages.
The walls here are of impressive thickness, so in places it is as much as 3-4 meters.
A former prison with living quarters has been preserved on the territory. And on the first terrace, near the river bank, a church was built in the Middle Ages. The place chosen is very picturesque.
The complex also includes a cave cut into a steep cliff. In fact, this is not just a cave, but a whole complex and it is called the Abibo Monastery.
In general, many archaeological artifacts have been found in this area. For example, pieces of ceramic ware were found near this complex, which was characteristic of the Mtkvari-Araks culture. In addition, the remains of dwellings of the late Bronze and Early Iron periods were found.
Thus, it can be concluded that the area around the fortress of Avranlo was actively developed and inhabited up to the 2nd century.
So, if you are a fan of antiquity or even antiquity, then this place will appeal to you.
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Подумать только, первый век! Крепость, построенная в самом начале нашей цивилизации, она прожила целую эпоху. Удивительно.