Giorgoba in Ateni (Church of the Archangel), Shida Kartli, Georgia

Imagine standing on the edge of time, in the village of Patara Ateni, where the carefully manicured slopes of the Georgian hills are steeped in history. Here, on a ledge of rock, as if firmly established in its divine steadfastness, the Church of the Archangel rises. This is not just a temple, it is a living witness of the past, dating back to the 16th-18th centuries.

Built in the form of a modest hall, the church invites you to a meeting with an era imbued with wisdom and faith. Its arched entrance on the western side is like a gate to another dimension of time, where every stone, every wall has survived many eras, maintaining its unique atmosphere.

Although the building suffered significant damage, its grandeur was restored thanks to the efforts of subsequent generations. Today, the Church of the Archangel shines with a new light, while maintaining its historical significance.

To get to this sacred place, you will have to travel through the magical expanses of Georgia. The village of Patara Ateni, located in the Shida Kartli region, in the municipality of Gori, just 9 kilometers from Gori itself, welcomes you on its motor road leading to the historical soul of this place.

A visit to the Church of the Archangel will be a true journey into the past, where you can feel the grandeur and beauty of Georgian history in its most exquisite manifestation.