The pride of the Imereti region, Modinakhe fortress, rises on top of chalk limestone, with panoramic views of the Kvirila River gorge and the Imereti Mountains. This magnificent architectural marvel, built by Papuna Tsereteli in the 1730s, is a late medieval fortress as well as an archaeological treasure.
The architectural complex of Modinaje consists of impressive two long walls, one of which is topped by a high tower, and at the other end there are two mighty towers. In the center of the space rises a house, a prayer temple and a prison, creating a unique atmosphere of historical times. It is surprising that qvevri - burials where various valuables were kept - were found in the courtyard of the fortress.
The history of Modinahe is filled with events and mysteries. Built in response to the future father's refusal to take his daughter, this castle witnessed Papuna Tsereteli's rebellion against the king in 1735. Protected by the fortress, Papuna Tsereteli and King Solomon I found refuge in it at different periods of history. In 1810, during the Imeretian uprising, the Modinakhe fortress fell into the hands of the rebels who opposed the Russian army.
Today, Modinaje continues to impress visitors with its intact walls and seven towers, despite the 1991 earthquake. This is a place where history, architecture and nature intertwine. When visiting Modinaj, each guest gets a unique opportunity to feel the spirit of the past, looking at the magnificent landscape that opens from the fortress. Here, in the silence and grandeur of the walls, each stone holds its own story, waiting to be told. Modinaje is a place where the past comes alive and history comes alive under your feet. We invite you to step through the gates of time and enjoy this amazing journey into the past.
