The church ruins lie in the Kakhetian Ninotsminda, which should not be confused with the town of the same name in Samtskhe-Javakheti. There is no roof, and the walls and foundation survive.
The village belongs to Sagarejo Municipality and lies in the Iori gorge, about a kilometre and a half from the Trinity monastery of Katsareti near Khashmi. The name means Saint Nino, the enlightener of Georgia. The area is hilly, with vineyards and an opening towards the steppe.
Keep a restrained manner: for nearby villages this is a place of memory. The site remains part of the everyday life of the area, and that deserves respect.
Tips
- Come in the morning while the light is soft.
- Check the forecast, as rain makes the approach slippery.
- Watch your step in tall grass.
Getting there
- The last stretch runs along a dirt road that softens after rain.
- Plan the visit together with nearby stops, as there is no dedicated transport here.
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