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Martvili Monastery is a Georgian monastic complex located in the village of Martvili in the Martvili District of the Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti Province of Georgia. It sits upon the highest hill in the vicinity and was of strategic importance.
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Martvili Monastery

C94H+43P, Martvili, Georgia
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Martvili Monastery is a Georgian monastic complex located in the village of Martvili in the Martvili District of the Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti Province of Georgia. It sits upon the highest hill in the vicinity and was of strategic importance.

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4.8
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5.0
2y

Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Georgia, Martvili Monastery proved to be a cultural and spiritual gem during my recent visit.

The church, perched atop a hill, offered breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The peaceful ambiance created an ideal environment for quiet contemplation and reflection. The well-preserved frescoes and architectural elements told a story of the monastery's rich history, providing a glimpse into Georgia's ancient past.

While the site itself was awe-inspiring, the lack of interpretive signage or guided tours may leave some visitors yearning for more historical context. Additionally, improved facilities for visitors, such as seating areas and informational materials, could enhance the overall experience.

Despite these considerations, the monastery left a positive impression on me. For those interested in history, culture, and a touch of spirituality, Martvili Monastery is a recommended destination...

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5.0
1y

This monastery is a true gem, boasting breathtaking beauty and a rich history that transcends its modest surroundings. Unlike other monasteries, it's easily accessible, with a short walking distance that belies its significance. Perched on a hill with ancient pagan roots, this sacred site once featured a massive oak tree worshipped for fertility and prosperity, and tragically, infant sacrifices. The complex comprises multiple buildings, including a stunning main cathedral, chapel, and monks' quarters, each reflecting a distinct era in its development. The architecture showcases a fascinating blend of styles, from early Georgian church buildings to late medieval influences. Guided tours reveal the exceptional craftsmanship of the time, including intricate stone carvings and ancient frescoes that still adorn the cathedral's walls, offering a profound glimpse...

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5.0
4y

მარტვილის სამონასტრო კომპლექსი - ადრეული შუა საუკუნეების ქრისტიანული ტაძარი და სამონასტრო კომპლექსი მარტვილში, სამეგრელო. სამონასტრო კომპლექსი მდებარეობს ქალაქ მარტვილის ცენტრის მახლობლად, მაღალ ბორცვზე მოხერხებულ გეოგრაფიულ და სტრატეგიულ ადგილზე. მთის ძირში ფართოდ გადაშლილია მდინარე ცხენისწყლისა და მდინარე აბაშის ველები. მონასტრიდან თითქმის მთელი იმერეთი და სამეგრელო მოჩანს. იგი გალავნითაა შემოსაზღვრული. მთავარი ტაძარი ღვთისმშობლის მიძინების სახელობისაა. ხოლო მეგრული სახელწოდება ჭყონდიდი წარმოიშვა „დიდი ჭყონის“ - დიდი მუხისაგან. წარსულში, ჭვენიას მაღალი ბორცვი, რომელზედაც ახლა მონასტერია აღმართული, დამშვენებული იყო „ჭყონის“ (მუხის) ათასწლოვანი ხეებით. მარტვილის სამონასტრო კომპლექსში შემავალი ნაგებობებია: გალავანი, ოთკუთხა სათავსი, მთავარი ტაძარი, ჩიქვანების ეკლესია, სამრეკლო, ეგვტერი. შუა საუკუნეებში მარტვილი დიდი კულტურულ-საგანმანათლებლო ცენტრი იყო, სადაც არაერთი ცნობილი მწიგნობარი მოღვაწეობდა და მრავალი უნიკალური ხელნაწერი ინახებოდა. ცენტრალური ტაძარი ჯვარგუმბათოვანია. ტაძრის ფასადები მოჩუქურთმებულია. ფიგურები და მცენარეული ორნამენტი ერთიან ნახატს ქმნის და ძველი აღთქმისა და სახარების სცენებს ასახავს. ტაძარში შემორჩენილია XIV-XVI და XVII საუკუნის მოხატულობა. მთავარი ტაძრის გვერდით X საუკუნის ორსართულიანი ეკლესია მდებარეობს. დასავლეთით მთავარ ტაძართან ახლოს დგას მაღალი სვეტი, რომელზეც მესვეტის ეკლესია-ოთახია. აქ უკანასკნელი მესვეტე ბერი მე-20 საუკუნის დასაწყისში მოღვაწეობდა. მარტვილის მონასტერი გასაბჭოებამდე მოქმედი იყო. აქ მამათა ლავრა მოქმედებდა, შემდგომ წლებში იძულებითი უმოქმედობა სუფევდა მონასტერში, 1998 წლიდან საქართველოს პატრიარქის ილია მეორეს ლოცვა-კურთხევით მარტვილი ისევ სამონასტრო კომპლექსად იქცა. ტაძრის მიმდებარე ტერიტორიაზე აშენდა საპატრიარქო რეზიდენცია, დაარსდა წმინდა ანდრია პირველწოდებულის მამათა მონასტერი, წმინდა ნინოს სახელობის დედათა მონასტერი. განახლდა ბერ-მონაზონთა ცხოვრება. მარტვილის მონასტრის ერთ-ერთ გამორჩეულ ადგილას - სამეფო ოთახში, რომელიც გვიან შუა საუკუნეებში განძთსაცავს წარმოადგენდა, ამჟამად მეუფე პეტრეს ლოცვა-კურთხევით გახსნილია სამლოცველო საცავი - მუზეუმი, სადაც ინახება სხვადასხვა...

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Mirosław DąbrowskiMirosław Dąbrowski
Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Georgia, Martvili Monastery proved to be a cultural and spiritual gem during my recent visit. The church, perched atop a hill, offered breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The peaceful ambiance created an ideal environment for quiet contemplation and reflection. The well-preserved frescoes and architectural elements told a story of the monastery's rich history, providing a glimpse into Georgia's ancient past. While the site itself was awe-inspiring, the lack of interpretive signage or guided tours may leave some visitors yearning for more historical context. Additionally, improved facilities for visitors, such as seating areas and informational materials, could enhance the overall experience. Despite these considerations, the monastery left a positive impression on me. For those interested in history, culture, and a touch of spirituality, Martvili Monastery is a recommended destination for tourists.
yasmine ameryasmine amer
This monastery is a true gem, boasting breathtaking beauty and a rich history that transcends its modest surroundings. Unlike other monasteries, it's easily accessible, with a short walking distance that belies its significance. Perched on a hill with ancient pagan roots, this sacred site once featured a massive oak tree worshipped for fertility and prosperity, and tragically, infant sacrifices. The complex comprises multiple buildings, including a stunning main cathedral, chapel, and monks' quarters, each reflecting a distinct era in its development. The architecture showcases a fascinating blend of styles, from early Georgian church buildings to late medieval influences. Guided tours reveal the exceptional craftsmanship of the time, including intricate stone carvings and ancient frescoes that still adorn the cathedral's walls, offering a profound glimpse into the past.
Tiago PedroTiago Pedro
The Monastery has amazing history to it. According to our guide. Prior to the Monastery an old big oak tree stayed at the top, people would sacrifice their children to the tree. Eventually it was cut down and a church built on top. Through out the years, various parts of the building are added on. You can see those differences. Inside Monks still reside and a cable cart trip is available. Remarkable view and amazing restoration taking place in the Monastery. Definitely worth while.
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Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Georgia, Martvili Monastery proved to be a cultural and spiritual gem during my recent visit. The church, perched atop a hill, offered breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The peaceful ambiance created an ideal environment for quiet contemplation and reflection. The well-preserved frescoes and architectural elements told a story of the monastery's rich history, providing a glimpse into Georgia's ancient past. While the site itself was awe-inspiring, the lack of interpretive signage or guided tours may leave some visitors yearning for more historical context. Additionally, improved facilities for visitors, such as seating areas and informational materials, could enhance the overall experience. Despite these considerations, the monastery left a positive impression on me. For those interested in history, culture, and a touch of spirituality, Martvili Monastery is a recommended destination for tourists.
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This monastery is a true gem, boasting breathtaking beauty and a rich history that transcends its modest surroundings. Unlike other monasteries, it's easily accessible, with a short walking distance that belies its significance. Perched on a hill with ancient pagan roots, this sacred site once featured a massive oak tree worshipped for fertility and prosperity, and tragically, infant sacrifices. The complex comprises multiple buildings, including a stunning main cathedral, chapel, and monks' quarters, each reflecting a distinct era in its development. The architecture showcases a fascinating blend of styles, from early Georgian church buildings to late medieval influences. Guided tours reveal the exceptional craftsmanship of the time, including intricate stone carvings and ancient frescoes that still adorn the cathedral's walls, offering a profound glimpse into the past.
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The Monastery has amazing history to it. According to our guide. Prior to the Monastery an old big oak tree stayed at the top, people would sacrifice their children to the tree. Eventually it was cut down and a church built on top. Through out the years, various parts of the building are added on. You can see those differences. Inside Monks still reside and a cable cart trip is available. Remarkable view and amazing restoration taking place in the Monastery. Definitely worth while.
Tiago Pedro

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