Shorapni Castle in Zestafoni

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Shorapani Fortress
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Shorapni Castle is an ancient and medieval fortress located in western Georgia, at the confluence of the Kvirila and Dzirula rivers, in the modern Shorapni district, Zestafoni municipality. First mentioned in sources by Strabo (1st century BC - 1st century AD), the fortress was built by King Pharnavaz I of Kartli at the beginning of the 3rd century BC. e.

Shorapni Castle played an important strategic role for centuries, including the periods of the Iranian-Byzantine War and the Ottoman occupation. In the 6th century, the fortress passed from hand to hand, and in 1770, King Solomon I liberated it from the Ottomans. This place was also a significant trading hub, where the sea route ended and the land route began.

The fortress covers an area of ​​over 6,000 square meters and is located at an altitude of 100 meters above sea level. In its ruins, two historical layers are clearly visible: late feudal and early feudal. One of the features of the castle is a tunnel leading from the castle to the Kvirila River, restored during the period of late feudalism.

Shorapni Castle is interesting as a historical and architectural heritage. Visitors here have the opportunity to explore the ruins of ancient buildings, fortifications and ancient engineering structures such as tunnels and aqueducts. Archaeological excavations, begun in 1983, continue to reveal new facts about the life and history of this place.

A visit to Shorapni Castle will be of interest to lovers of history, archeology and architecture, as well as tourists interested in the cultural heritage of Georgia. This place allows you to immerse yourself in the atmosphere of ancient centuries and feel the grandeur and strategic significance of this historical site.

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33WM+XFG, Tbilisi - Senaki - Leselidze Hwy, Saghvine, Грузия
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Imereti region, Zestafoni municipality
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  • O
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    A sturdy fortress offering stunning views and formidable walls. Definitely a worthwhile stop on the journey to Kutaisi.

  • I
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    В этом месте можно почувствовать настоящее величие прошлого. Каменные стены и древние арки переносят в другое время. А виды? Перехватывает дыхание, стоит лишь поднять глаза вверх. Определенно стоит увидеть своими глазами.

  • P
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    აუცილებელია ნახოთ, თუ დაინტერესებული ხართ ციხე-სიმაგრეებით, ციხე-ქალაქებით, ციტადელებით და 360 გრადუსიანი ხედებით.

  • I
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    ❤️❤️😢

  • N
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    შოროპნის ციხე ნამდვილად ანტიკური დროის კულტურული ძეგლია. ვისაც უყვარს უძველესი ისტორიის ნაშთების დათვალიერება, აუცილებლად უნდა ეწვიოს ამ ადგილს.

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    ყველაფერი საუკეთესო.

  • D
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    ძალიან მაგარი ადგილია.

  • N
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    ძალიან მომეწონა.

  • R
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    Świetne miejsce do podziwiania widoków.

  • L
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    Это место — просто сокровище для любителей истории и архитектуры. Из стен крепости открывается прекрасный вид на слияние рек Квирила и Дзирула на западе Грузии. Узнать, что здесь в древние времена заканчивались водные пути и начинались сухопутные, было невероятно интересно. Эта крепость служила важным стратегическим пунктом, через который проходили торговые пути, связывающие Восток и Запад. Отдельно впечатлили крепостные стены, построенные по технологии, характерной для римской и впоследствии византийской архитектуры. Я был поражен находками археологов, которые обнаружили под полами еще более древние строения. Любопытно было увидеть, как использовались глиняные трубы для подачи питьевой воды. Открытые элементы, такие как северная и западная стены, и прежние переходы действительно даются в совершенно новом свете благодаря археологическим раскопкам. Прогулка по этой крепости подарила мне чуства прикосновения к истории, которую она хранит.

  • T
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    ულამაზესი განათებებია და სისუფთავეა. აქვე ვცხოვრობ, მაგრამ ცოტა ხნით ვიყავი წასული და ახლა რომ ვნახე, ძალიან მომეწონა.

  • A
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    Отлично.

  • N
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    Wonderful ancient stronghold.

  • G
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    The place has a captivating atmosphere. The structure and design are impressive, exuding historical charm. Everything is well-preserved, creating a unique and inviting environment.

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    ძალიან საინტერესო ისტორიული ადგილმდებარეობა, რომელიც ნებისმიერს მოიზიდავს. მისი ისტორია საერთოა და ყველასთვის ხელმისაწვდომი.

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    This is the most amazing place of all 💖

  • D
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    თითქოს ზღვარზე.

  • L
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    Great.

  • T
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    The fortress in Zestafoni impressed with its grandeur and historical charm. The atmosphere there is truly captivating, offering a glimpse into the past. I felt surrounded by history, and the views from the top were breathtaking. The place was well-maintained, and I appreciated the opportunity to explore such a remarkable site.

  • L
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    Great.

  • N
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    Great spot with lovely scenery.

  • L
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    Wonderful place. Lush greenery surrounds the area, with a traditional Georgian castle offering stunning views all around.

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