The basilica of the Virgin with the qualifier Gadrekili stands near Zemo Kachreti. Gadrekili is a separate toponym, probably the name of a locality or a neighbouring settlement, so the name of the church and the address diverge here: navigate by the coordinates.
The building type is a basilica, an elongated hall without a dome and one of the early forms of Georgian church architecture. Such churches are met elsewhere in Kakheti too: the Gareji basilica in Gurjaani, the basilica of Cyricus and Julitta in Bodbiskhevi, the Areshi basilica in Mtisdziri. The village lies south of Gurjaani, in the foothill part of the region.
The final stretch is unpaved and turns soft in rain, so drive in dry weather. The basilica can be approached freely. Dress with shoulders and knees covered and treat the building with care.
π In brief
- A domeless basilica of the Virgin, an early type of Georgian church
- Near Zemo Kachreti south of Gurjaani, in the foothills
- Gadrekili is a separate toponym that does not match the village name
π Getting there
- Landmark - the surroundings of Zemo Kachreti south of Gurjaani; the last stretch is unpaved
- The navigator opens with the Build Route button
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