The Kvelatsminda church stands in Shashiani. The word means all-holy and marks a dedication to All Saints: not to one saint but to the whole assembly of them at once.
Such dedications are characteristic of Kakheti: Kvelatsminda churches stand in Ozaani in the east of the region and in Argokhi in the Akhmeta municipality. Within Shashiani this is one of three church buildings: the village also holds a church of Saint Barbara and one of the Virgin in the upper part. Shashiani lies north of Vachnadziani, away from the main highway, reached by a road across the fields.
A village church may keep no fixed schedule; service times are learned on site. Dress with shoulders and knees covered, a headscarf for women, and speak quietly on the grounds.
💡 Tip
- A parish church of All Saints, kvelatsminda in Georgian
- Shashiani north of Vachnadziani, away from the main highway
- Churches of the same dedication stand in Ozaani and Argokhi
🚗 Getting there
- Landmark - the village of Shashiani north of Vachnadziani, the road crosses the fields
- The Build Route button will take you to the spot
✍️ Have you visited this place? Share your impressions on Madloba: your reviews help other travellers.
