The church of Balanta village is a St. George basilica. A basilica is an elongated church without a dome, and in Javakheti this austere type is especially frequent.
Balanta stands in the north of Akhalkalaki municipality, among grassy plateaus. A kilometre and a half away, in neighbouring Chikharula, rises another St. George basilica - two kindred shrines practically within sight of each other.
The shrine can be approached at any time; follow the coordinates. Be careful with the old walls as you look around.
📜 Facts
- A basilica of St. George
- Balanta village, Akhalkalaki municipality
- A kilometre and a half away stands the same kind of basilica in Chikharula
🚗 Getting there
- Landmark - Balanta village in the north of Akhalkalaki municipality
- For navigation tap Build Route
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