Moliti Armenian Church, Samtskhe-Javakheti, Georgia
- Description
Among the submissive mountain peaks, in the heart of the land of Samtskhe-Javakheti, hides a small village fairy tale, the village of Moliti, where the Armenian Church of Moliti, also known as “Surb Gevorg”, takes refuge. Built at the beginning of the 20th century, it is like a witness to time, a centuries-old keeper of secrets and stories.
The Moliti Armenian Church impresses with its modest beauty and unique architectural style. Its low and wide walls, covered with slate, welcome guests with ancient strength and unique charm. The church is crowned by a semicircular apse on the eastern facade, like a sublime altar that attracts the eyes and hearts of travelers.
Penetrating inside the church, guests plunge into the atmosphere of spiritual grace and the greatness of the past. The wooden ceiling of the hall, arranged in the Gregorian order, reveals its secrets to those who are ready to accept them. The walls, built from cobblestones and stones, seem to tell the story of centuries, testifying to the hard work and dedication of the craftsmen.
The extraordinary beauty of the Moliti Church is not limited to its walls. Surrounded by stone fences, it is like a center of spiritual power, beckoning with its mysterious charm.
To reach this spiritual refuge, guests will have to overcome difficult roads and experience real adventures. The village of Moliti, surrounded by the world of mountains, is located on the shores of Lake Tabatskuri, 60 km from the city of Borjomi.
The journey starts from the cities of Akhalkalaki or Bakuriani. Driving past Bakuriani, you will come across a dirt road leading to your destination. Although the sedan will be able to cover this distance, extreme caution must be exercised. In winter and early spring, the road from Bakuriani is closed to cars. From Akhalkalaki, the last section of the road is also unpaved, but passable by sedan. In winter, access to Moliti is only possible from this direction.
Get ready to encounter mysterious beauty and historical heritage, imbued with the spirit of the times and spirituality. The Armenian Moliti Church invites you to a unique journey, where every step becomes a meeting with the past and the opening of new horizons of the spiritual path.
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Oksana Ostapova
Стены из булыжников и камней, словно рассказывают нам историю веков.