Another shrine of Nakra village bears the name Jgrag Namurkvamash: jgrag is the Svan name of St. George, the second word is a local byname. Nakra is a village in the side valley of the same name that opens towards the Enguri.
There are three churches in Nakra: besides this one, two more small shrines stand within a kilometre. Such closeness is usual for Svan villages, where every clan and every place kept a sanctuary of its own.
The shrine can be approached at any time; follow the coordinates. If you find the doors open, enter quietly and modestly dressed.
๐ In brief
- Jgrag is the Svan name of St. George
- Nakra village, a side valley of the Enguri
- Three churches of the village stand within a kilometre
๐ Getting there
- Landmark - Nakra village, Mestia municipality
- The Build Route button will take you to the spot
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