[Temporaly closed] Former Archaeology Museum
- Description
Situated on a mountainside in Tbilisi, the former archaeological museum was built in 1988 and designed by Shota Kavlashvili. The location was not chosen by chance: nearby is the ancient Trela burial ground, one of the significant monuments in the history of Tbilisi (2nd-1st millennium BC). The museum building looks amazing: it consists of three cylindrical shapes, originally intended for reservoirs. Now these structures have been adapted for use for museum purposes. The main building remains inaccessible to the public, but one of the tanks can be visited through a pipe. The interior of the museum looks mysterious: the ceiling resembles a flying saucer, and in the center of the room there is another brick building. It is unclear whether this is an old structure or a renovation, but the design creates an air of mystery. On a nearby hill stands a bronze statue of St. Nino, accompanied by a bell composition created by Zurab Tsereteli, a famous sculptor and artist of Georgia. It is interesting that previously there was another monument at this place, “Happiness to Nations,” 45 meters high, installed in 1981. However, in the early 1990s it collapsed, destroying some buildings. In the 1990s, the museum was temporarily converted into a repository of exhibits, containing about 10,000 objects, mostly bronze. The building is currently under reconstruction, although no work has been carried out here for the last few years.
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JJacob Huggins
Music video ITZY “Girls Will Be Girls” was shot here! ძალიან კარგი! 😍🎉
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BBob
Отличное место для обзора, хотя здание само по себе заброшено. Автолюбители на своих машинах частенько забираются на лестницу к зданию, чтобы устроить дрифт на площадке — из-за этого лестница превратилась в руины. Окрестности заполнены мусором.
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KKris Pinenok
Очень впечатляющая архитектура 💔 жалко, что сейчас это место заброшено(
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GGeorgia Ceriani
The building is stunning, but it's unfortunate that it's not in use at the moment.
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MMajd Alawneh
This site is closed, so you can't go inside or enter the tanks in the back. Yet, it's still quite nice to see the building from the outside and enjoy the monument nearby.
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SSamuel Swauger
There were no guards when I visited, but be careful exploring the hill behind the museum. You'll find some Neolithic ruins there, yet some aggressive dogs chased me away!
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JJason Lemon
Fascinating site! Definitely should check it out.
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OOleksandr Moroz
Вид потрясающий, но музей не работает.
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AAyşe ACUN KAYA
Büyüleyici bir mimari eser, fakat köpekler nedeniyle yakınına bile gidemedik. Etrafta kimsecikler yoktu. Umarım yakında ziyaret edilebilir durumuna gelir.
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ЯЯша Кундин
Отсюда открывается потрясающий вид. К сожалению, внутрь зайти не удастся.
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TThe Mack
Awesome spot! It feels a bit forgotten and somewhat empty now. Back in the day, it must have been really impressive. The city view is simply stunning.
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GGia Fali (Rigike)
Awesome brutalist structure, although it's inaccessible for those keen on Soviet architecture.
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Lli la
This location is inaccessible, with restrictions preventing entry. Two security guards maintain a friendly demeanor but deny access, even though there are visibly scattered fragments of clay-like objects. We ventured to the rear and scaled one of the domes instead. The iron stairs are sturdy enough to support a person weighing 70 kg. Nobody intervened.
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TTomas Rofrano
It's really interesting to explore the remnants of what was once the museum. Sadly, you can't go inside, but it's nice to wander around if you're into Soviet architecture.
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WWild Cat
Замечательное место! Потрясающие виды на город! Очень жаль, что музей не работает и оказался в запустении. Внутри идут какие-то работы, и надеюсь, что когда-нибудь он снова распахнет свои двери.
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DDmitry Y
This place is more than just a regular building—it's a dive into architectural marvel! Constructed in the Brutalist style, it's a must-visit for those into unique structures. Its design is so distinctive and exciting, reminiscent of scenes from films like Dune or Star Wars. If architecture captivates you and you're in Tbilisi, make sure to include this on your itinerary.
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MMatthew Wylie
Impressive brutalist design!
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IIona Tsintsadze
If you're into Soviet-era monuments and architecture, this spot will catch your interest. Although it's closed to the public and entry is restricted to security personnel, you can still admire the exterior. It's quite fascinating and definitely worth a look.
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Vvasin mongkolkaroon
สถานที่ทรุดโทรมและขาดการดูแล ต้องปรับปรุงให้มากกว่านี้
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FFelix
Очень жаль, что это здание в форме зиккурата закрыто. Удивительное сооружение, которое вызывает восхищение. Гениальность советских инженеров не перестаёт поражать!
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MMaxime Etchebarne
A beautiful building, but watch out for the aggressive stray dogs out front.
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DDontomi
すごく印象的です。行くのはかなり大変な場所にありますが、それでも行く価値があります。
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YYana Khlebnikova
A must-see destination. A stunning example of Soviet architecture with a unique Georgian twist.
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Aandrea rodriguez
Un edificio brutalista soviético realmente único. Es una pena que no se esté utilizando. Espero que lo preserven adecuadamente para evitar su deterioro y pérdida de valor, como ocurrió con otro edificio similar en la zona. Ten cuidado con los perros. Hay al menos siete allí, la mayoría son amigables (si puedes, llévales comida), pero hay uno que es muy agresivo.
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SSam S
Сейчас можно спокойно подойти к музею, охраны нет. Только учтите, что у главного входа установлен датчик движения, если захотите зайти внутрь. За музеем на холме находится неолитическая деревня. Посетив её, будьте осторожны: иногда на вершине встречаются агрессивные бездомные собаки, которые могут вас прогнать.
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KKyle Klosinski
The place is shut tight, and there's no way to get inside. While there's not much to see right there, the building itself is amazing. If you take a quick walk around the back, you can reach the roof. From there, the view of the city is simply stunning, especially during dusk.
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Hhnzqbl
The museum is closed. You can still take photos outside. There are some ancient pots being restored. A very nice person explained everything to us. However, it's currently not operational and won't be reopening soon.
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MMah0r
I really liked the place, but unfortunately, it wasn't possible to go inside. There were guards patrolling the area.
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SSiarhei Piatrou
The building is fascinating, and the view of the city is spectacular.
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Eedouard schwebel
Urban explorers, note that there are two guards present at the location.
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AArnaldo Hernández (Una Ruta Por Día)
Es lamentable que esté en mal estado.
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GGeorge Tsitsvidze
В 1988 году известный грузинский археолог, руководитель тбилисской археологической экспедиции, Ростом Абрамишвили создал этот музей. Здесь можно увидеть находки, которые были сделаны во время раскопок в Тбилиси. Коллекции охватывают период от V века до н.э. до эпохи феодализма. Особое внимание привлекают старейшие в мире образцы оловянных бронзовых изделий из жилища в районе Дигиоми, которым 4000 лет. В музее также есть бронзовая пряжка с серебряными вставками и изображением всадника и инвентарь из царских захоронений в Трелет (XII-VIII-VII века до н.э.).
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GGvantsa Zaridze
This spot offers a sense of being away from the city, yet it's only a quick 5-minute drive from the main highway. The air is fresh and it's breezy, with a decent view.