The chapel is dedicated to the prophet Elijah. In the mountain villages of Georgia he is held in special regard: Elijah is seen as the master of thunder and rain, and chapels of his name were often built in open places with a clear view of the sky.
It stands in Sabechisi with very close neighbours: the ruins of the church of the apostles Peter and Paul are only a hundred metres away, the chapel of St Nicholas two hundred, and the ruins of the St George church a little farther.
On the spot it is worth keeping in mind that all five local shrines look alike and are easily confused: they are told apart by their dedications. There are no regular services and people come and go freely.
⛪ On site
- A chapel dedicated to the prophet Elijah
- The nearest neighbouring shrine a hundred metres away
- The five village holy places are easily confused
🚗 Getting there
- Landmark - Sabechisi village, Tsalka Municipality; about ten kilometres to Tsalka
- The Build Route button will take you to the spot
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