Timotesubani Monastery: where is it and what is it known for?
A Samtskhe-Javakheti monastery with frescoes and a rose-brick church.
Short answer
Timotesubani Monastery is in the village of the same name in the Samtskhe-Javakheti region, and it was built by Shalva Akhaltsikheli, ruler of the historical Tori province. The complex was developed from the 11th to the 18th century, and the main church was built in the 12th and 13th centuries.
Why
- The main church is built of Georgian rose-coloured brick.
- Inside are a fresco of the Saviour and a Judgment Day composition of 20 square metres.
- It is a World Culture Preservation Fund site, known for its 11th-century architecture.
Details
The main church is 28 metres tall including its cross and 19 metres wide. The site has monks' cells in the yard, the single-nave St. Barbare Basilica higher up the slope and a preserved vaulted crypt. The surroundings are attractive all year and especially colourful in autumn, when the slopes turn gold, green and red. Related places: Rabati Fortress in Akhaltsikhe and the main sights of Georgia.
Tip
The slopes are at their most colourful in autumn. Check hours and the road separately.
What may differ
Dates, the condition of the building and access may change over time.
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Check opening hours, prices and visiting rules with the site itself before you go.
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