The chapel of the Virgin stands in the central part of Matani, about two hundred metres from the church of Saint Nino. A chapel, samlotsvelo in Georgian, is smaller than a church and has no permanent parish.
Matani lies west of Akhmeta and counts about nine church buildings, more than any other village in the area. They are scattered along the whole length of the settlement, which stretches by the river: Damasti in the lower part, Akhali Khati and Bzianebi in the west, the Saint Marine complex in the north. To see them all, allow half a day.
The chapel keeps no schedule, and a visit should not be timed to a service: it can be approached freely at any time. Dress with shoulders and knees covered and treat the building with care.
💡 Tip
- A small building dedicated to the Virgin, samlotsvelo in Georgian
- The central part of Matani west of Akhmeta, in the foothills
- The church of Saint Nino stands about two hundred metres away
🚗 Getting there
- Landmark - the central part of the village of Matani west of Akhmeta
- The Build Route button will show the exact way
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