Petre Fortress (ruins) is a historical monument of medieval architecture located in the eastern part of Georgia, in the municipality of Borjomi. The fortress rises at an altitude of about 200 meters on a rocky mountain opposite the village of Likani, on the right bank of the Mtkvari River. Offers a breathtaking view of Likani, part of Borjomi and the Romanov Palace.
This medieval fortress, also known as Kverbilis Tsikhe, belonged to the feudal Avalishvili family and served as an important strategic point guarding the bridge over Mtkvari and the road leading from Likani to the historical villages of Papa and Nua, which are now part of Borjomi. In the 16th century, the Petre fortress became the center of Ottoman administration after the conquest of the Tori region by Ottoman troops.
The Petre fortress included a citadel and a lower courtyard, surrounded by a fortress wall with embrasures and parapets. Inside the fortifications, ruins of various structures have been preserved, including residential halls, granaries and qvevri. In some places traces of early horizontal masonry are visible, as evidenced by the settlement of Kverbila with a church and cemetery dating back to the 11th-12th centuries.
A visit to the Petre Fortress is of interest to lovers of history and architecture. This place will allow you to become more deeply acquainted with the feudal past of Georgia and enjoy views of the beautiful landscapes of the Borjomi Gorge. Climbing the fortress is not difficult; it is only important to find the path leading to the ruins. The Petre Fortress is an attractive point for tourists, providing a unique opportunity to touch ancient history and enjoy panoramic views.
