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Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti (Georgian: რაჭა-ლეჩხუმი და ქვემო სვანეთი, Rach’a-Lechkhumi da Kvemo Svaneti) is a region (mkhare) in northwestern Georgia
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Administrative divisions of Georgia (country)
1994): the eastern tip of Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti, the north-east part of Imereti, the northern half of Shida Kartli, and the western part of Mtskheta-Mtianeti
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Svaneti
Svaneti; main town Mestia Lower Svaneti (Kvemo Svaneti) on the upper Tskhenistsqali River; administratively part of Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti;
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Racha
valley and hemmed in by the Greater Caucasus mountains. Under Georgia's current subdivision, Racha is included in the Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti region
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Lechkhumi
middle basin of the Rioni and Tskhenistskali and also the Lajanuri river valley. Now part of the Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti region, it corresponds
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Oni, Georgia
Oni (Georgian: ონი, romanized: oni) is a town in Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti region (mkhare), Georgia. Historically and ethnographically, it is part
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Kabardino-Balkaria
(E/SE/S), Karachay–Cherkessia (W/NW) international: Georgia (Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti, Zemo Svaneti) (S/SW) Highest point: Mount Elbrus (5,642 m) Maximum
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Georgia (country)
Imereti Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti Shida Kartli Kvemo Kartli Mtskheta- Mtianeti Tbilisi Kakheti Archaeological research demonstrates that Georgia has
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Georgian wine
Telavi and Kvareli) and Kartli, but also in Imereti, Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti, and coastal areas like Adjara and Abkhazia. The roots of Georgian viticulture
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Georgian cuisine
of Telavi and Kvareli), Kartli, Imereti, Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti, Adjara and Abkhazia. UNESCO added the ancient traditional Georgian winemaking
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-List of municipalities in Georgia (country)
Kvemo Kartli, Mtskheta-Mtianeti, Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti, Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti, Samtskhe-Javakheti, and Shida Kartli. Notes Territories in
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ambrolauri Municipality
Oni, and Tsageri, the Ambrolauri Municipality forms the region of Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti. The municipality has an area of is 1142 km2, and population
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Mkhare
Adjara AR Guria Imereti Kakheti Kvemo Kartli Mtskheta- Mtianeti Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti Samegrelo- Zemo Svaneti Samtskhe- Javakheti Shida Kartli
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Borders of Russia
Ossetia–Alania Stavropol Krai Karachay-Cherkessia Georgia Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti Karachay-Cherkessia Russia Kabardino-Balkaria
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-List of cities and towns in Georgia (country)
The following list of Georgian cities is divided into three lists for Georgia itself, and the disputed territories of Abkhazia and South Ossetia. Although
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Tsageri
Tsageri (Georgian: ცაგერი, Cageri) is a town in Georgia, located in Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti region in the west of the country and serving as
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Lentekhi
District's (Raion) capital in Georgia's western region of Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti, 323 km northwest to the nation's capital Tbilisi. Situated on
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ambrolauri
serves as the seat of the Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti regional administration and of the Ambrolauri Municipality and had a population of 2,015 in
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Baji, Georgia
Baji (Georgian: ბაჯი) is a village in the Ambrolauri Municipality of Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti in Georgia. It lies on the Rioni River, and is about
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Islam in Georgia (country)
the population in the southeastern Georgian region of Kvemo Kartli. Other Muslim groups include ethnic Georgians in Adjara (an autonomous region in the
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-List of grape varieties
named according to the International Code of Nomenclature for algae, fungi, and plants). While some of the grapes in this list are hybrids, they are hybridized
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Oni Municipality
Oni (Georgian: ონის მუნიციპალიტეტი) is a district of Georgia, in the region of Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti. Its main town is Oni. Oni Municipality
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ministry of Internal Affairs of Georgia
Department Kvemo Kartli Police Department Kakheti Police Department Samtskhe-Javakheti Police Department Imereti, Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti Police
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ailama
Mountain Range, located on the border between Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti region of Georgia, and Kabardino-Balkaria, Russia at the source of the
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-List of airports in Georgia (country)
This is a list of airports in Georgia, grouped by type and sorted by location. Georgia is a sovereign state in the Caucasus region of Eurasia. It is bounded
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Racha uezd
the contemporary Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti region of Georgia. The administrative centre of the Racha uezd was Oni. The Racha uezd was formed in
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Alexander II of Imereti
Alexander retreated to the mountains of Racha and Lechkhumi, where he formed an alliance with the local people and continued to claim his father's throne
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Girchi
(0.6%), and High Adjara (0.7%). It also continued to underperform in the regions of Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti, Racha-Lechkhumi-Kvemo Svaneti, and Imereti
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Lentekhi Municipality
Lentekhi (Georgian: ლენტეხის მუნიციპალიტეტი, Lenṫexis municiṗaliṫeṫi) is a district of Georgia, in the region of Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti. Its main
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Politics of Georgia (country)
(Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti, Racha-Lechkhumi-Kvemo Svaneti, Guria, Samtskhe-Javakheti, Imereti, Kvemo Kartli, Shida Kartli, Mtskheta-Mtianeti, and Kakheti), which
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Tsageri Municipality
Tsageri (Georgian: ცაგერის მუნიციპალიტეტი, Cageris municiṗaliṫeṫi) is a district of Georgia, in the region of Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti. Its main
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-List of earthquakes in 1991
km WNW of Java, Georgia". "M 6.3 - Central Alaska". "M 6.7 - Bonin Islands, Japan region". "M 5.6 - 19 km NNE of Ambrolauri, Georgia". "M 6.2 - 16 km
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Politics of country subdivisions
Abkhazia Politics of Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti Politics of Guria Politics of Adjara Politics of Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti Politics of Imereti Politics of
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Georgia–South Ossetia border
Ossetia shared out amongst several Georgian Mkhares: Shida Kartli, Imereti, Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti and Mtskheta-Mtianeti. The border starts
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Kandid Charkviani
Communist Party of Georgia from 1938 to 1952. Born in the Tsageri, Lechkhumi region of Georgia. Charkviani graduated from Kutaisi Gymnasium and Tbilisi Engineering
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Barakoni
province of Racha (modern-day Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti). Barakoni was commissioned, in 1753, by the local lord (eristavi) Rostom of Racha (1750-1769)
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Kvaisa
the official subdivision of Georgia it is in the Oni district of the Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti region of Georgia. Settlement is located on the
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Shida Kartli
Samtskhe-Javakheti to the southwest, Imereti to the west, and Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti to the northwest. It consists of the following municipalities:
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Abari
Abari (Georgian: აბარი) is a village in Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti region, Georgia. It is part of the Likheti commune, Ambrolauri municipality,
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ministry of Internally Displaced Persons from the Occupied Territories, Accommodation and Refugees of Georgia
Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti; Imereti, Guria, Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti Kvemo Kartli, Mtskheta-Mtianeti and Kakheti Shida Kartli and Samtskhe-Javakheti
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Culture of Georgia (country)
in Georgia was established in Tbilisi on November 16, 1896. The first Georgian cinema documentary ("Journey of Akaki Tsereteli in Racha-Lechkhumi") was
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Svaneti Range
The Svaneti Range runs along the border between the regions of Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti and Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti (North and South Svaneti) in
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Khvamli
portion of the historical Georgian province of Lechkhumi. The name of Khvamli stems for an old Georgian word for a constellation and the rock, according to
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-North Ossetia–Alania
Ingushetia (E/SE) international: Georgia (including South Ossetia; Mtskheta-Mtianeti, Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti and Shida Kartli) (SE/S/SW) Highest
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Abanoeti
(Georgian: აბანოეთი), formerly also known as Mikartsminda (მიქარწმინდა), is a village in Georgia’s northern Ambrolauri Municipality (Racha-Lechkhumi and
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Gebi, Georgia
whether this part of Georgia belonged to Racha, Svanetia or Dvaleti is very complicated. Until the 16th century, Racha Svaneti and Dvaleti all made up
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ambrolauri Airport
Ambrolauri, a town in Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti, Georgia. The airport is owned and operated by United Airports of Georgia, a state-owned company
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Burchula
Burchula (Georgian: ბურჭულა) or Karaugom (Ossetian: Къæрæугомы хох Qæræwgomy xox) is a peak in the Greater Caucasus Mountain Range, located inside in the
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-List of wine-producing regions
Kakheti, containing the micro-regions Telavi and Kvareli Kartli Imereti Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti Ahr Baden Franconia (Franken) Hessische Bergstraße
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Kharistvala
(Georgian: ხარისთვალა) is a so called daba (urban-type settlement) in Georgia’s northern Ambrolauri Municipality (Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti region)
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Monastery of the Cross
الصليب, Dayr al-Salīb; Hebrew: מנזר המצלבה; Greek: Μοναστήρι του Σταυρού, Georgian: ჯვრის მონასტერი, jvris monast'eri) is an Eastern Orthodox monastery near
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Administration of South Ossetia
The Administration of South Ossetia (Georgian: სამხრეთ ოსეთის ადმინისტრაცია, Samxret Osetis administʼracia; Ossetian: Хуссар Ирыстоны Администраци, Xussar
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Uravi
Uravi (Georgian: ურავი) is a village in western Georgia in Ambrolauri District of the Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti region. It is located on the Lukhunis
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Tvishi, Tsageri
Tvishi (Georgian: ტვიში T’vishi) is a village in Tsageri Municipality, Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti region, Georgia. It is located 33 km south of
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Oni Synagogue
Oni in the Republic of Georgia. The synagogue is located in the Racha region of Georgia. The Oni synagogue was built in 1895 and is the oldest functioning
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-David Gareja monastery complex
Gareji (Georgian: დავითგარეჯის სამონასტრო კომპლექსი) is a rock-hewn Georgian Orthodox monastery complex located in the Kakheti region of Eastern Georgia, on
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Zemo Krikhi church
village of Zemo Krikhi, Ambrolauri Municipality, in Georgia's northwestern Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti. The building tops a hill on the left bank of the
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Mount Khalatsa
a disputed region in Georgia, with an altitude of 3,938 metres (12,920 ft). It is located on the border between South Ossetia and North Ossetia–Alania
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Gergeti Trinity Church
(Georgian: გერგეტის სამების ეკლესია - Gergetis Samebis eklesia) is a popular name for Holy Trinity Church near the village of Stepantsminda in Georgia
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Prokofy Dzhaparidze
village of Racha, Kutais Governorate in the Russian Empire (present-day Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti, Republic of Georgia) to a Georgian family of
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-List of Georgian regions by GDP
This is a list of Georgian administrative divisions (mkhare) by GDP as of 2022. This also includes Adjara, a historical, geographic and political-administrative
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Alaverdi Monastery
Alaverdi Monastery (Georgian: ალავერდის მონასტერი, romanized: alaverdis monast'eri) is a Georgian Eastern Orthodox monastery located 25 km (16 mi) from
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ambrolauri Museum of Fine Arts
1965, and is located in the regional capital of Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti in Ambrolauri. The museum houses a collection of paintings and drawings
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Tkhmori
Tkhmori (Georgian: თხმორი) is a village in the Ambrolauri Municipality of Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti in northern Georgia. Georgian Soviet Encyclopedia
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Jvari Monastery
(disambiguation). Jvari Monastery (Georgian: ჯვრის მონასტერი) is a sixth-century Georgian Orthodox monastery near Mtskheta, eastern Georgia. Jvari is a rare case of
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-2012 Georgian parliamentary election
Parliamentary elections were held in Georgia on 1 October 2012. The opposition Georgian Dream coalition of billionaire businessman Bidzina Ivanishvili
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Gudarekhi
Gudarekhi (Georgian: გუდარეხი) is a village in Kvemo Kartli, Georgia, notable for a nearby monastic complex and archaeological site. It is located on a
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Monastery of Iviron
under the supervision of two Georgian monks, John the Iberian and John Tornike between AD 980–83 and housed Georgian clergy and priests. It was founded on
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Bachkovo Monastery
(Bulgarian: Бачковски манастир "Успение Богородично", Bachkovski manastir, Georgian: პეტრიწონის მონასტერი, Petritsonis Monasteri), archaically the Petritsoni
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Church of Kish
The Church of Kish (Azerbaijani: Kiş kilsəsi; Georgian: გიშის ეკლესია), also known from different sources as Church of Saint Elishe (Azerbaijani: Müqəddəs
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Tengiz Sigua
January 2020) was a Georgian politician who served as Prime Minister of Georgia from 1992 to 1993. Sigua was an engineer by profession and entered politics
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-List of Georgian regions by Human Development Index
list of Georgian administrative divisions (mkhare) by Human Development Index as of 2023. This also includes Adjara, a historical, geographic and political-administrative
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Vardzia
Vardzia (Georgian: ვარძია [vaɾdzia]) is a cave monastery site in southern Georgia, excavated from the slopes of the Erusheti Mountain on the left bank
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Anchiskhati Basilica
Basilica of St Mary (Georgian: ანჩისხატი) is the oldest surviving church in Tbilisi, Georgia. It belongs to the Georgian Orthodox Church and dates from the
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
the historic town of Mtskheta, Georgia, to the northwest of the Georgian capital Tbilisi. A masterpiece of the Early and High Middle Ages, Svetitskhoveli
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Quercus hartwissiana
Georgia it is known from Abkhazia, Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti, Samegrelo, Imereti, Guria and Adjara; in eastern Georgia it is now known only from Kakheti
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Bagrati Cathedral
Georgia. A masterpiece of medieval Georgian architecture, the cathedral suffered heavy damage throughout centuries and was reconstructed to its present
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Patsa (river)
river originates in the Racha Range near the Ertso Pass, on the border of Shida Kartli and Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti, and runs southwards, concurrently
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-List of museums in Georgia (country)
gallery Racha Regional Museum in Oni Ambrolauri Museum of Fine Arts Mikheil Khergiani House Museum Georgian National Museum. Svaneti History and Ethnography
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Oshki
Oshki (Georgian: ოშკი Oshki, Turkish: Öşkvank Manastırı or Oşki Manastırı) is a Georgian Eastern Orthodox monastery from the second half of the 10th century
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Tvishi Hydro Power Plant
Municipality, Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti, Georgia two has two turbines with a nominal capacity of 55 MW each having a total capacity of 110 MW. Georgia (country)
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Tbilisi Sioni Cathedral
(Georgian: სიონის ღვთისმშობლის მიძინების ტაძარი) is a Georgian Orthodox cathedral in Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia. Following a medieval Georgian tradition
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Laila Peak (Caucasus)
Laila, Lahili (Georgian: ლაჰილი), Lailchala (Georgian: ლაილჭალა) but also known as Lahla, is the highest peak of the Svaneti Range in Georgia. The elevation
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Shovi
Shovi (Georgian: შოვი) is a village in the Oni Municipality of Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti in Georgia. It is a mountain climatic and health resort
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Bana cathedral
Armenians as Tayk and to Georgians as Tao. It is a large tetraconch design, surrounded by a near-rotunda polygonal ambulatory and marked with a cylindrical
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Katskhi pillar
Katskhi pillar (Georgian: კაცხის სვეტი, kac'xis svet'i) is a natural limestone monolith located at the village of Katskhi in western Georgian region of Imereti
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Gelati Monastery
in Georgia, it was founded in 1106 by King David IV of Georgia as a monastic and educational center. The monastery is an exemplar of the Georgian Golden
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Presidency of Salome Zourabichvili
Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti, a region that suffered severely during the 1990s civil war, with her administration organizing a concert with Georgian singers (including
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Temur Babluani
Temur Babluani (Georgian: თემურ ბაბლუანი) (born 20 March 1948) is a Georgian film director, script writer, and actor. Bebluani was born in the mountainous
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ananuri
Ananuri (Georgian: ანანური) is a castle complex on the Aragvi River in Dusheti Municipality Georgia, about 45 miles (72 kilometres) from Tbilisi. Ananuri
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Metekhi
Metekhi (Metechi; Georgian: მეტეხი) is a historic neighborhood of Tbilisi, Georgia, located (42.92N 44.34E) on the elevated cliff that overlooks the Mtkvari
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Mikheil Gelovani
January [O.S. 25 December 1892] 1893 – 21 December 1956) was a Soviet and Georgian actor, known for his numerous portrayals of Joseph Stalin in cinema,
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Bodbe Monastery
Nino at Bodbe (Georgian: ბოდბის წმინდა ნინოს მონასტერი, bodbis ts’minda Ninos monasteri) is a Georgian Orthodox monastic complex and the seat of the
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Bolnisi Sioni
Sioni (Georgian: ბოლნისის სიონი) or Bolnisi Sioni Cathedral is a Georgian Orthodox basilica in the Bolnisi village of Bolnisi District, Georgia. The cathedral
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Parekhi
Parekhi (Georgian: პარეხი or პარეხთა) is a Georgian medieval Orthodox monastery in historical Medieval Georgian Kingdom of Klarjeti (modern-day Artvin
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Immovable Cultural Monuments of National Significance
Significance (Georgian: ეროვნული მნიშვნელობის კატეგორიის კულტურის უძრავი ძეგლები) are buildings, structures, sites, or places in Georgia that have been
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Tsughrughasheni Church
Tsughrughasheni (Georgian: წუღრუღაშენის ეკლესია) is a Georgian Orthodox church in the Bolnisi District, Georgia. It is situated approximately 2 kilometres
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-List of Georgian wine appellations
The following is a list of Georgian wine appellations. 29 appellations are registered with Sakpatenti, Georgia's national intellectual property center
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Rustavi Sioni
of Mary (Georgian: ყოვლადწმინდა ღვთისმშობლის მიძინების სახელობის ტაძარი) better known as Rustavi Sioni (Georgian: რუსთავის სიონი) is a Georgian Orthodox
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Samtavro Monastery
Monastery (Georgian: სამთავროს მონასტერი) is a Georgian Orthodox Christian monastery complex that combines Samtavro Transfiguration Church and Nunnery of
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Varlam Gelovani
Gelovani (Georgian: ვარლამ გელოვანი; Russian: Варла́м Лева́нович Гелова́ни) (April 14, 1878 – February 22, 1915) was a Georgian lawyer and politician
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Urbnisi
river, it was an important city in ancient and early medieval Iberia as Georgia was known to the Greeks and Romans. It was the second most important city
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Paata Berishvili
September 1973) is a Russian professional football coach and a former player. He also holds Georgian citizenship. He made his debut in the Russian Premier
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Avtandil Kentchadze
Avtandil Kentchadze (Georgian: ავთანდილ კენჭაძე; born December 22, 1995) is a Georgian wrestler who won a silver medal at the 2018 World Wrestling Championships
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Miriani Maisuradze
Miriani Maisuradze (born 7 December 1999) is a Georgian freestyle wrestler. He won one of the bronze medals in the men's 92 kg event at the 2022 World
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Jejora
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Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Archil Gelovani
Gelovani (Georgian: არჩილ გელოვანი, Russian: Арчил Викторович Геловани; 27 November [O.S. 14 November] 1915 – 19 August 1978) was a Soviet officer and later
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Manglisi Cathedral
Cathedral (Georgian: მანგლისის სიონი) is a 6th-7th-century Georgian Orthodox cathedral near the town of Manglisi, Tetritsqaro Municipality, Georgia. The first
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Daba (settlement)
In present-day Georgia, daba is typically defined as a settlement with the population of no less than 3,000 and established social and technical infrastructure
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Lexo Gugava
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Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ambara church
The Ambara church (Georgian: ამბარას ეკლესია) is located near village Myussera in the Gudauta District, Abkhazia/Georgia, on the cape of Miusera, close
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Shio-Mgvime monastery
Shio-Mgvime Monastery (Georgian: შიომღვიმე, Shiomghvime, literally meaning "the cave of Shio") is a medieval monastic complex in Georgia, near the town of
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Khakhuli Monastery
Khakhuli Monastery (Georgian: ხახულის მონასტერი, Turkish: Haho/Bağbaşi) was a Georgian Orthodox monastery in historical Medieval Georgian Kingdom of Tao (modern-day
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Opiza
Opiza (Georgian: ოპიზა) was a medieval Georgian monastery and cathedral church located in historical Klarjeti region, now in Artvin Province, Turkey. It
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Datuna Church
state of Sarir. It is a reminder of the close political and cultural ties between Georgia and Sarir in the Early Middle Ages. The church is listed in
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Dmitri Chikhradze
Чихрадзе; Georgian: დიმიტრი ჩიხრაძე; born 25 December 1922 in Gomi; died 5 May 1979 in Nalchik) was a Soviet Georgian football player and coach. Dmitri
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Manuchar Machaidze
Machaidze (Georgian: მანუჩარ მაჩაიძე; Russian: Манучар Доментьевич Мачаидзе, Manuchar Domentyevich Machaidze; born 25 March 1949) is a Georgian former footballer
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-House of Shavliani
Adarnase lost the Battle of Kutais, the dynasty withdrew to Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti, where they took on new surnames to avoid being persecuted
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Holy Mother of God Church of Bethlehem, Tbilisi
Holy Mother of God Church of Bethlehem (Georgian: ზემო ბეთლემის მაცხოვრის შობის ტაძარი, zemo betlemis matskhovris shobis tadzari; Armenian: Բեթղեհեմի Սուրբ
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Nino Sutidze
Nino Sutidze (Georgian: ნინო სუთიძე, born 27 March 1992) is a Georgian women's football defender. She played in the Turkish Women's First Football League
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Kumurdo Cathedral
Kumurdo Cathedral (Georgian: კუმურდო) is a Georgian Orthodox Cathedral. It is situated on Javakheti Plateau, 12 km (7.5 mi) southwest from Akhalkalaki
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Gremi
Gremi (Georgian: გრემი) is a 16th-century architectural monument – the royal citadel and the Church of the Archangels – in Kakheti, Georgia. The complex
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Oleg Zurabiani
Oleg Zurabiani (born 15 May 1957) is a Georgian judoka. He competed in the men's lightweight event at the 1976 Summer Olympics, representing the Soviet
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ateni Sioni Church
The Ateni Sioni Church (Georgian: ატენის სიონი) is an early 7th-century Georgian Orthodox church in the village of Ateni, some 10 km (6.2 mi) south of
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Motsameta monastery
Motsameta (Georgian: მოწამეთა) also known as Motsameta monastery is a complex of monasteries at the Imereti region, approximately 6 km northeast of the
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ishkhani
Ishkani or Ishkhan, (Armenian: Իշխան, prince, Georgian: იშხანი, Turkish: Işhan) is a ruined Christian monastery in the territory of Turkey in the village
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Tkhaba-Yerdy Church
Khairakh and Puy, Dzheyrakhsky District, near the border with Georgia. The monument is protected by the State as part of the Dzheirakh-Assin historical and architectural
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Nikortsminda Cathedral
(Georgian: ნიკორწმინდის ტაძარი, romanized: nik'orts'mindis t'adzari) is a Georgian Orthodox Church, located in Nikortsminda, Racha region of Georgia.
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Pitsunda Cathedral
recognised as constituting a part of Georgia. The cathedral is currently used by the schismatic Abkhazian Orthodox Church and serves as that body's seat, although
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ikalto Monastery
Iqalto (Georgian: იყალთო) is a village about 10 km west of the town Telavi in the Kakheti region of Eastern Georgia. It is mostly known for its monastery
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Samtavisi Cathedral
Samtavisi (Georgian: სამთავისი) is an eleventh-century Georgian Orthodox cathedral in eastern Georgia, in the region of Shida Kartli, some 45 km from the
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Bedia Cathedral
the Georgia's subdivision), a disputed region on the Black Sea coast. Bedia Cathedral was originally built at the close of the 10th century and consecrated
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Barakoni wine
region of Racha (modern-day Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti) in Georgia. This wine, made from Aleksandrouli and Mudzhuretuli grapes (the same grapes
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ikorta church
and a hole for a stick. A shade from the stick showed time. Ten solar clocks of this type have been found throughout Georgia. During the 1991 Racha earthquake
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Kvetera Church
relatively small church and resembles the Georgian cross-dome style of architecture. The dome rests on a round tympanum and rises over the central square
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ruisi cathedral
(Georgian: რუისის ღვთისმშობლის ტაძარი, romanized: ruisis ghvtismshoblis t'adzari) is a Georgian Orthodox church in the village of Ruisi in Georgia's east-central
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-St. Sarkis Church (Tbilisi, Georgia)
Old Tbilisi, Georgia. Destroyed by Lavrentiy Beria order in the 1930s. The church was located on Saint Sarkis street (curr. Griashvili) and got its name
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Sapara Monastery
Monastery (Georgian: საფარის მონასტერი) is a Georgian Orthodox monastery in the Akhaltsikhe District of Samtskhe-Javakheti region, Georgia. It has existed
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-St. Georges Church Kvirike
St. George's Church (Georgian: წმინდა გიორგის სახელობის ეკლესია) is located in the village of Kvirike, Georgia. It is the new church rebuilt by local
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ubisi
Ubisa (Georgian: უბისი) is a small village and a medieval monastic complex in Georgia, particularly in the region Imereti, some 25 km from the town Kharagauli
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Zedazeni Monastery
to Mtskheta and to the east side of the Aragvi River. The monastery was founded by Saint John, one of the Holy Assyrian Fathers of Georgia whose mission
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Church of St. Simon the Canaanite, New Athos
Canaanite (Georgian: წმინდა სვიმონ კანანელის სახელობის ტაძარი) is located near the town of New Athos in Gudauta District, Abkhazia/Georgia, dating from
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-New Athos Monastery
Athos Monastery (Russian: Новоафонский монастырь, Novoafonskiy monastir’; Georgian: ახალი ათონის მონასტერი, romanized: akhali atonis monast'eri, Abkhaz: Афон
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Doliskana
Doliskana (Georgian: დოლისყანა, Turkish: Dolishane) is a medieval Georgian Orthodox monastery in the Medieval Georgian kingdom of Klarjeti (modern-day
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Zrkinyants Saint Gevork Church
Vakhtang. In summer of 1162 (=1713)". In 1713 Vakhtang VI was in Iran and the higher Georgian authorities through the Embassy of S.S. Orbeliani tried to return
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-St George's Church, Qakh
The St George's Church (Georgian: კახის წმინდა გიორგის ეკლესია) is a Georgian Orthodox Church located in the village of Gakh-Inguila in the Qakh district
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Betania Monastery
God (Georgian: ბეთანიის ყოვლადწმინდა ღვთისმშობლის შობის მონასტერი) commonly known as Betania or Bethania (ბეთანია [betʰania]) is a medieval Georgian Orthodox
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-List of Cultural Heritage Monuments of Georgia
Cultural Heritage Monument (Georgian: კულტურული მემკვიდრეობის ძეგლი) is a designation given by the government of Georgia to an immovable or movable object
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ninotsminda Cathedral
Ninotsminda Cathedral (Georgian: ნინოწმინდის მონასტერი) (c. 575) is located in the village of Sagarejo, in the Kakheti region, Georgia. Ninotsminda Cathedral
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Kintsvisi Monastery
Kintsvisi Monastery (Georgian: ყინწვისი, Qinc'visi) is a Georgian Orthodox monastery in the Shida Kartli region, eastern Georgia, 10 kilometers from the
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Kamoyants Saint Gevork Church
Церковь Камоянц Св. Геворг) was an Armenian Apostolic church in Tbilisi, Georgia. It was destroyed in 1937-38 by order of Lavrentiy Beria along with 10
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Gagra church
The Gagra Church (Georgian: გაგრის ეკლესია, romanized: gagris ek'lesia, Abkhaz: Гагратәи ауахәама), also known as Abaata, is an Early Medieval Christian
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Church of Saint George (Kldisubani)
Tbilisi, Georgia. The church is single-naved and was built in 1753. The Georgian Orthodox Church was built on the site of an ancient Georgian church which
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Otkhta
Otkhta (Georgian: ოთხთა, Turkish: Dörtkilise) is a 10th-century Georgian monastery which was built in 961–965 by Davit Kurapalat and renewed in 978–1001
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ardashen Church
The Ardashen Church (Georgian: არდაშენის ეკლესია) or simply as Jibistasi is a Georgian Orthodox Church located in Ardeşen, Rize Province, northeastern
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Mokvi Cathedral
Mokvi Cathedral (Georgian: მოქვის ეკლესია) is a Georgian Orthodox Cathedral located in Mokvi, in the Ochamchira District of the de facto independent Republic
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Peroniti Church
Province of Turkey, close to the border with Georgia. The church was constructed between sixth to seventh century and belonged to Exarchate of Lazica. This chapel
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Kurmukhi Church
when the Kingdom of Georgia experienced a political, economical and cultural golden age. its name is first mentioned in Georgian Gospel, which dates back
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Katskhi Monastery
The Katskhi Monastery of Nativity of the Savior (Georgian: კაცხის მაცხოვრის შობის სახელობის მონასტერი), more commonly known as the Katskhi Monastery (კაცხის
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Skhalta Cathedral
The Skhalta Cathedral (Georgian: სხალთა, sχɑltʰɑ) is a Georgian Orthodox monastery and cathedral church in Adjara, Georgia, dating from the mid-13th century
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Dranda Cathedral
Dranda Cathedral (Abkhaz: Нанҳәа иазку Дранда-ныха, Georgian: დრანდის ტაძარი) is a Georgian Orthodox Cathedral located in Dranda, in the Gulripshi District
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Natlismtsemeli monastery
The Natlismtsemeli monastery (Georgian: ნათლისმცემლის მონასტერი) also known as Saint John monastery is a historical and architectural monument within
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Lykhny Church
Lykhny (Georgian: ლიხნის ტაძარი, romanized: likhnis t'adzari) is a medieval Orthodox Christian church in the village of Lykhny in Abkhazia/Georgia, built
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Khandzta
Khandzta (Georgian: ხანძთა, Georgian pronunciation: [χandztʰa]) was a medieval Georgian monastery founded by Gregory of Khandzta in 782 AD. It has been
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ilori Church
Abkhazia, Georgia. The Church was built in the first quarter of the 11th century, and represents one of the most important sites of western Georgian architecture
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Chulevi Monastery
monastery of St. George (Georgian: ჭულევის მონასტერი) is a 14th-century Georgian Orthodox monastic church located in Georgia's southwest region of Samtskhe-Javakheti
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Nabakhtevi Virgin Mary Church
Nabakhtevi Virgin Mary Church (Georgian: ნაბახტევის ღვთისმშობლის ეკლესია) is a church in Georgia, in village Nabakhtevi, Khashuri municipality. This 15th
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Gialia Monastery
Tamar of Georgia (1184-1213). Ancient Georgian sources report that it was in Georgian ownership until the fourteenth century, and graves and other items
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Vanis Kvabebi
Kvabebi (Georgian: ვანის ქვაბები; English: Vani's Caves) is a cave monastery in Samtskhe-Javakheti region of Georgia near Aspindza town and the more famous
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Shemokmedi Monastery
Shemokmedi monastery (Georgian: შემოქმედის მონასტერი) is a Georgian Orthodox monastery located at the village of Shemokmedi in Georgia's southwestern region
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Lekit church
the border with Georgia. The village's oldest name "Lekarti" (Georgian: ლექართი) is of Georgian origins and means "the place of Georgians". Among the Dagestani
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Monastery of Saint Barlaam
Monastery of Saint Barlaam (Georgian: ბარლაამწმინდა; Turkish: Barlaham Manastırı) is a 10th-century Georgian monastery in Antioch, modern-day Turkey's
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Timotesubani monastery
(Georgian: ტიმოთესუბანი) is a medieval Georgian Orthodox Christian monastic complex located at the eponymous village in the Borjomi Gorge, Georgia's Samtskhe-Javakheti
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ancha monastery
Ancha (Georgian: ანჩის მონასტერი, anchis monasteri) was a medieval Georgian monastery and cathedral church of the Bishopric of Ancha, located near what
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Makriali Church
King Bagrat V of Georgia and Anna of Trebizond. Baedeker's Russia for 1914 mentions the interesting ruins of the old church of Makriali and a traveler of
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Martvili Monastery
District of the Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti Province (Mkhare) of Georgia. It sits upon the highest hill in the vicinity and was of strategic importance. The
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Gantiadi church
The Gantiadi Church or Tsandripshi Church (Georgian: განთიადის ტაძარი, Abkhaz: Ганҭиади иҟоу аныхабаа) is a 6th-century three-apse basilica, located in
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Katekhi Church
The Katekhi Church (Georgian: კატეხის ეკლესია; Azerbaijani: Katex kilsəsi) is a Georgian Orthodox Church located in the village of Katex of Balakan District
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ertatsminda Cathedral
of Mtskheta (Georgian: ერთაწმინდის ტაძარი) is a medieval Georgian Orthodox cathedral in Kaspi District, the Shida Kartli region, Georgia. It is situated
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Likhni Church Aba-Ata
Republic of Abkhazia, Georgia. The church was built in the High Middle Ages. The church walls are in a heavy physical condition and need an urgent conservation
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Kotokli Church
The Kotokli Church or Church of the Holy Trinity (Georgian: ქოთოქლოს სამების ეკლესია) is a Georgian Orthodox Church located in İngiloy Kötüklü village
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Church of Theotokos of Vale
Church of the Theotokos of Vale (Georgian: ვალეს ღვთისმშობლის ეკლესია, vales ghvtismshoblis eklesia) is a medieval Georgian Orthodox church at the town of
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Chkhortoli Church
Chkhortoli Church (XI-XIX centuries) (Georgian: ჩხორთოლის ეკლესია (XI-XIX საუკუნეები)) is a church on right bank of Chkhortoli river in the village of
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Shavnabada Monastery
Shavnabada Monastery (Georgian: შავნაბადა, romanized: shavnabada; also Shavnabada Monastery of St. George) is a medieval Georgian Orthodox monastic complex
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Likhauri church
The Likhauri Church is a Georgian Orthodox Church at the Ozurgeti Municipality in the Guria region, Georgia. It was built in the 12th century. The Likhauri
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ghumurishi Church
Ghumurishi Church (Georgian: ღუმურიშის ეკლესია, Abkhaz: Ӷумуришьтәи ауахәама) of St. John the Baptist is a 19th-century Eastern Orthodox church on left
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Khtsisi John the Baptist church
Khtsisi John the Baptist church (Georgian: ხცისის იოანე ნათლისმცემლის ეკლესია) Tsvimoeti church is a church in Georgia, Shida Kartli region, Khashuri municipality
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Khuchap Monastery
Lori Province of Armenia, near the border with Georgia. Despite its geographic circumstances, Georgian authorities maintain that the monastery is situated
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Church of Alibeglo
(Georgian: ალიბეგლოს წმინდა ნინოს ეკლესია) is a Georgian Orthodox Church located in Qakh District, northwestern Azerbaijan, on the border with Georgia
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ghumurishi Sagergaio Church
Ghumurishi Sagergaio Church (Georgian: ღუმურიშის (საგერგაიოს) ეკლესია, Abkhaz: Ӷумуришьтәи (Сагергаотәи) ауахәама) is a ruined medieval church built in
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Chlou Holy Cross Church
The Chlou Holy Cross Church (Georgian: ჭლოუს ჯვარი პატიოსანი, romanized: ch'lous jvari p'at'iosani) is a ruined medieval church on the right bank of the
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Khvilisha Church
Church is an 8th- or, more likely, 9th-century Georgian Orthodox church located along the southern outskirts and side of the main road through the village
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Kvatakhevi
Kvatakhevi (Georgian: ქვათახევი) is a medieval Georgian Orthodox monastery in Shida Kartli, Georgia, about 5 km south east of the village Tsinarekhi and 55 km
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Patara Alaverdi
Patara Alaverdi (Georgian: პატარა ალავერდი; Minor Alaverdi) is a Georgian Orthodox Church located in Qakh District, northwestern Azerbaijan, on the border
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Matani monastery
The Matani monastery (Georgian: მატნის ცხრაკარას მონასტერი) is part of a complex of buildings in the mountains 3–5 km west of the town of Matani in the
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Tsunda Church
Church (Georgian: წუნდის ეკლესია, romanized: ts'undis ek'lesia) is a church in Tsunda, near Tmogvi fortress in the Samtskhe–Javakheti region of Georgia. Tsunda
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Chuburkhinji Saint George Church
Chuburkhinji Saint George Church (Georgian: ჭუბურხინჯის წმინდა გიორგის ეკლესია) is a church in the village of Chuburkhindji (Tchuburkhinji), Gali Municipality
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Parkhali
Parkhali (Georgian: პარხალი), also known in Turkish as Barhal or Altıparmak, is a village that contains a medieval Georgian monastery and cathedral church
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Vachnadziani monastery
Vachnadziani All Holy (Georgian: ვაჩნაძიანის ყველაწმინდა, Watschnadsianis Qwelazminda), or Vachnadziani monastery is an old monastery Georgian Orthodox near the
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Jvari Monastery
of its type, the Jvari type of church architecture, prevalent in Georgia and Armenia. Built atop of Jvari Mount (656 m a.s.l.), the monastery is an example
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Georgian cuisine
divided into the micro-regions of Telavi and Kvareli), Kartli, Imereti, Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti, Adjara and Abkhazia. UNESCO added the ancient traditional
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Shovi
a village in the Oni Municipality of Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti in Georgia. It is a mountain climatic and health resort known for its carbonated
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Oni, Georgia
oni) is a town in Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti region (mkhare), Georgia. Historically and ethnographically, it is part of Racha, a historic highland
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Zedazeni Monastery
the Zedazeni mountain the hills of Saguramo Range, northeast to Mtskheta and to the east side of the Aragvi River. The monastery was founded by Saint
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ateni Sioni Church
only for its historical monuments, but also for its picturesque landscapes and wine. The name "Sioni" derives from Mount Zion at Jerusalem. Ateni is the
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Nikortsminda Cathedral
located in Nikortsminda, Racha region of Georgia. Nikortsminda was built in 1010–1014 during the reign of Bagrat III of Georgia and was repaired in 1534 by
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Gialia Monastery
century, and graves and other items uncovered indicate that it was in use between the fourteenth and sixteenth centuries. It was reportedly plundered and destroyed
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Khakhuli Monastery
very important centre of literature and Georgian culture and many Georgian scholars and theologians studied and worked in Khakhuli including Basil of
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Pitsunda Cathedral
Abkhazian Orthodox Church and serves as that body's seat, although this usage is disputed by the Georgian Orthodox Church and is considered irregular by
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Dranda Cathedral
suffered great damage, but was later restored. Russian and Georgian historian, archaeologist and ethnographer Dmitry Bakradze, visiting the Dranda Cathedral
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Mokvi Cathedral
1659) the church was painted during the reign of Emperor Alexios I Komnenos and David IV of Georgia. In the Catholicate of Abkhazia, Mokvi was the seat of
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Samtavisi Cathedral
centers of the Eparchy of Samtavisi and Gori of the Georgian Orthodox Church. The church is a typical example and the founder of the Georgian interpretation
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Bedia Cathedral
century and consecrated in 999 on the behest of King Bagrat II of Abkhazia, who would go on to become the first King of the Georgia as Bagrat III and who
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Tkhaba-Yerdy Church
Russian, Georgian and Ingush scholars. From 1969 to 1971, a team of Georgian and Ingush specialists led by the architect L. Khimshiashvili and archaeologist
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Racha
valley and hemmed in by the Greater Caucasus mountains. Under Georgia's current subdivision, Racha is included in the Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti region
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Shavnabada Monastery
called Shavnabada, made by the monks there. (in Georgian) List of churches and monasteries in the Mtskheta-Tbilisi Diocese. Unofficial website of the Georgian
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Bachkovo Monastery
Sofia and 10 km south of Asenovgrad, and is directly subordinate to the Holy Synod of the Bulgarian Orthodox Church. The monastery is known and appreciated
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Gremi
citadel and the Church of the Archangels – in Kakheti, Georgia. The complex is what has survived from the once flourishing town of Gremi and is located
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Tsalenjikha Cathedral
the town of Tsalenjikha, Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti region, Georgia. The cathedral is administered by the Zugdidi and Tsaishi Eparchy of the Georgian Orthodox
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Bodbe Monastery
between the 9th and 11th centuries, but has been significantly modified since then. Both exterior and interior walls have been plastered and bear the traces
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-List of museums in Georgia (country)
gallery Racha Regional Museum in Oni Ambrolauri Museum of Fine Arts Mikheil Khergiani House Museum Georgian National Museum. Svaneti History and Ethnography
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Tengiz Sigua
Minister of Georgia from 1992 to 1993. Sigua was an engineer by profession and entered politics on the eve of the Soviet Union's collapse. In 1990 he led
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Temur Babluani
ბაბლუანი) (born 20 March 1948) is a Georgian film director, script writer, and actor. Bebluani was born in the mountainous Svanetian village of Chaguri
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Betania Monastery
Golden Age of the Kingdom of Georgia, at the turn of the 11th and 12th centuries, and is notable for its wall paintings which include a group portrait
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ikorta church
and a hole for a stick. A shade from the stick showed time. Ten solar clocks of this type have been found throughout Georgia. During the 1991 Racha earthquake
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Abanoeti
a village in Georgia’s northern Ambrolauri Municipality (Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti region) with a population 102 (2014). It is located about
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Oni Synagogue
of Georgia. The synagogue is located in the Racha region of Georgia. The Oni synagogue was built in 1895 and is the oldest functioning synagogue in Georgia
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Alaverdi Monastery
Joseph (Yoseb, Amba) Alaverdeli, who came from Antioch and settled in Alaverdi, then a small village and former pagan religious center dedicated to the Moon
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Kvetera Church
relatively small church and resembles the Georgian cross-dome style of architecture. The dome rests on a round tympanum and rises over the central square
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Oshki
centre of Georgian literature and enlightenment during the Middle Ages. The monastery is considered "one of the largest and architecturally most complex
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Gudarekhi
Gudarekhi (Georgian: გუდარეხი) is a village in Kvemo Kartli, Georgia, notable for a nearby monastic complex and archaeological site. It is located on a hill
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ilori Church
Georgia. The Church was built in the first quarter of the 11th century, and represents one of the most important sites of western Georgian architecture
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Kvatakhevi
to the 12th-13th century, and resembles the monasteries of Betania, Pitareti, and Timotesubani in its architectural form and decoration, reflecting a contemporary
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Barakoni wine
mountainous western region of Racha (modern-day Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti) in Georgia. This wine, made from Aleksandrouli and Mudzhuretuli grapes (the
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Kandid Charkviani
Georgian party and government official, and First Secretary of the Communist Party of Georgia from 1938 to 1952. Born in the Tsageri, Lechkhumi region of Georgia
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Borders of Russia
Stavropol Krai Karachay-Cherkessia Georgia Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti Karachay-Cherkessia Russia Kabardino-Balkaria Stavropol
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Varlam Gelovani
Georgian lawyer and politician in the Russian Empire. Born of the noble house of Gelovani, he graduated from the Petersburg University in 1901 and briefly practiced
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Archil Gelovani
Soviet officer and later Marshal of the engineer troops, responsible for logistics, fortification and military infrastructure during and after World War
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Gergeti Trinity Church
establishment of the Georgian Orthodox and Apostolic Church. The church is a popular waypoint for trekkers in the area, and can be reached by a steep 1.5-hour
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-List of political and geographic subdivisions by total area (all)
countries, and first level administrative country subdivisions such as states, provinces, and territories, as well as certain political and geographic
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Tserakvi
Tserakvi (Georgian: წერაქვი) is a Georgian Orthodox monastic complex in Kvemo Kartli, Georgia, dating from the 12th-13th century. The monument is located
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Pitareti Monastery
Tetritsqaro, Kvemo Kartli, southwest of the nation's capital Tbilisi. The Pitareti monastery consists of the Theotokos church, a belfry, the ruined wall and several
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Zarzma monastery
Khurtsisdze, Georgi Chorchaneli, two unknown persons named Arab and Kurtsik, and Simon Gurieli of Svaneti. Catholicos Eufime is depicted in front of the Christ
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Manuchar Machaidze
Spartak Moscow and Torpedo Kutaisi during his club career, and is most famous for his time at Dinamo Tbilisi, which were a powerful and successful club
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Chulevi Monastery
features with the contemporary and nearby located churches of Zarzma and Sapara such as the typically elongated overall plan and the interior space, rectangular
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Tsageri
Cageri) is a town in Georgia, located in Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti region in the west of the country and serving as an administrative center of
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ninotsminda Cathedral
in the 10th and 11th centuries, and also during 1671 and 1774. However, the cathedral collapsed during earthquakes in 1824 and 1848 and was not reconstructed
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Kvaisa
official subdivision of Georgia it is in the Oni district of the Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti region of Georgia. Settlement is located on the river Jejora
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-List of political and geographic subdivisions by total area from 1,000 to 5,000 square kilometers
countries, and first level administrative country subdivisions such as states, provinces, and territories, as well as certain political and geographic
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-List of political and geographic subdivisions by total area from 3,000 to 5,000 square kilometers
countries, and first level administrative country subdivisions such as states, provinces, and territories, as well as certain political and geographic
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Tvishi Hydro Power Plant
Plant will be a large power plant in Tsageri Municipality, Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti, Georgia two has two turbines with a nominal capacity of 55
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Mikheil Gelovani
appear in theater, and performed on stages in Kutaisi and Baku. In 1936 he returned to the ensemble of the Rustaveli Theatre, and remained there for three
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Samtavro Monastery
George I and Catholicos-Patriarch Melchizedek I, Samtavro is an important Early and High Medieval historical and architectural monument, and was inscribed
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Gebi, Georgia
belonged to Racha, Svanetia or Dvaleti is very complicated. Until the 16th century, Racha Svaneti and Dvaleti all made up one principality and was known
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Paata Berishvili
Беришвили; born 30 September 1973) is a Russian professional football coach and a former player. He also holds Georgian citizenship. He made his debut in
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Lentekhi Municipality
municiṗaliṫeṫi) is a district of Georgia, in the region of Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti. Its main town is Lentekhi. Lentekhi Municipal Assembly (Georgian:
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Oni Municipality
მუნიციპალიტეტი) is a district of Georgia, in the region of Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti. Its main town is Oni. Oni Municipality borders Lentekhi Municipality
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Tsageri Municipality
municiṗaliṫeṫi) is a district of Georgia, in the region of Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti. Its main town is Tsageri. Georgians represent 99,8% of the
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Bana cathedral
Armenians as Tayk and to Georgians as Tao. It is a large tetraconch design, surrounded by a near-rotunda polygonal ambulatory and marked with a cylindrical
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Timotesubani monastery
their vivacity and complexity of iconographic program. These frescoes were cleaned and studied by E. Privalova and colleagues in the 1970s and underwent emergency
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Holy Mother of God Church of Bethlehem, Tbilisi
chapel was founded, but the manager of construction priest Gregory died and was buried near the chapel.[citation needed] The work was completed by his
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Church of Saint George (Kldisubani)
reconstructed with the help of Armenian merchant Petros Zohrabian and his wife Lolita and the restoration held by them in 1735, what makes the church one
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Mount Khalatsa
938 metres (12,920 ft). It is located on the border between South Ossetia and North Ossetia–Alania, a Russian autonomous republic. Geography of Georgia
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Islam in Georgia (country)
region of Kvemo Kartli. Other Muslim groups include ethnic Georgians in Adjara (an autonomous region in the southwestern part of the country) and Chechens
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ailama
the Svaneti section of the Greater Caucasus Mountain Range, located on the border between Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti region of Georgia, and Kabardino-Balkaria
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Sapara Monastery
Samtskhe-Javakheti region, Georgia. It has existed from at least the 9th century, and has numbered among its monks many important figures in Georgian ecclesiastical
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Tsunda Church
12th-13th centuries. In this vicinity, there are natural hot water springs and terraced gardens. The church stands on the site of the ancient city Tsunda
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Kumurdo Cathedral
The domed building was constructed in stone and was decorated with fine engravings. The dome itself and the roof of the western arm are missing. In the
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-St. Sarkis Church (Tbilisi, Georgia)
1930s. The church was located on Saint Sarkis street (curr. Griashvili) and got its name from it. The construction started in 1737 by Ter-Sukias, Archpriest
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Chugureti St. Astvatsatsin
with the local inhabitants and lands given to Karapet and Georgiy, children of Sargis-agha (Amatuni) for life tenancy and now order ashigh-agha-basha
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Zrkinyants Saint Gevork Church
Zurab makhtesi Petros and my brothers - Hovsep, Sahak and David, built this new crypt - church of Saint Gevork in our memory and memory of our parents
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Kamoyants Saint Gevork Church
big and built of red brick dome church. According to Armenian registry of the Armenian churches of Tbilisi, the place was presented by Bejan Bek and the
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Vardzia
five hundred meters and in up to nineteen tiers. The monastery was an important cultural center, a place of significant literary and artistic work. The
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Parekhi
horizontal ledge and form an organic whole with the surrounding landscape. Two ninth-century churches, a single-nave structure and a basilica, stand
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Doliskana
10th century, although the exact date of its foundation is undetermined and several versions exist. On the exterior walls of the church are several short
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ministry of Internally Displaced Persons from the Occupied Territories, Accommodation and Refugees of Georgia
the Rule of Operation". It has four functioning chapters in: Adjara Samegrelo-Zemo ; Imereti, Guria, -
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Manglisi Cathedral
Cross. Bishop Ioanne arrived to Manglisi, started construction of a church and left part of wood there. Thus, the first church in Manglisi may appear already
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Bolnisi Sioni
sculpture and embellishments of Bolnisi Sioni and other surrounding Georgian churches are influenced from Iranian, Armenian, and Near Eastern art and architecture
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Uravi
village in western Georgia in Ambrolauri District of the Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti region. It is located on the Lukhunis River, a tributary of
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ancha monastery
(Georgian: ანჩის მონასტერი, anchis monasteri) was a medieval Georgian monastery and cathedral church of the Bishopric of Ancha, located near what is now the
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Tsughrughasheni Church
13th century – Betania, Kvatakhevi, Pitareti – but it is smaller than those and has a higher cupola. The plan of the church is right-angled. The church is
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ertatsminda Cathedral
of the 12th-13th Centuries: Ikorta church, Pitareti, Betania, Kvatakhevi and Tsughrughasheni. Wikimedia Commons has media related to Ertatsminda church
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Burchula
Burchula is covered by ice and glaciers at higher elevations while the lower part of the mountain consists of steep and jagged cliffs. The glacier Southern
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ubisi
Ubisa (Georgian: უბისი) is a small village and a medieval monastic complex in Georgia, particularly in the region Imereti, some 25 km from the town Kharagauli
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Rustavi Sioni
2000-2011. The project was created by Besarion Menabde, Nikoloz Abashidze and Nikolos Dadiani. The building works were led by Temur Burkiashvili. The Rustavi
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Urbnisi
river, it was an important city in ancient and early medieval Iberia as Georgia was known to the Greeks and Romans. It was the second most important city
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ishkhani
Ishkhan, and is also known as Nerses III Ishkhanetsi, had a tetraconch plan (a central dome with four apses radiating to the cardinal points) and was presumably
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-2012 Georgian parliamentary election
accordance with a reformed electoral system agreed upon by the government and several opposition parties in 2011. 77 of the 150 seats were allocated proportionally
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti (Georgian: რაჭა-ლეჩხუმი და ქვემო სვანეთი, Rach’a-Lechkhumi da Kvemo Svaneti) is a region (mkhare) in northwestern Georgia
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Daba (settlement)
of no less than 3,000 and established social and technical infrastructure, which enables it to function as a local economic and cultural center; it, furthermore
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Kintsvisi Monastery
period. A very small chapel standing next to it is dedicated to St George, and dates from around the same time. The oldest church, dedicated to St Mary
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-List of cities and towns in Georgia (country)
Georgia itself, and the disputed territories of Abkhazia and South Ossetia. Although not recognized by most countries, Abkhazia and South Ossetia have
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Skhalta Cathedral
Skhalta Cathedral (Georgian: სხალთა, sχɑltʰɑ) is a Georgian Orthodox monastery and cathedral church in Adjara, Georgia, dating from the mid-13th century. It
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Katskhi Monastery
for a hexagonal design and rich ornamentation. Closed down by the Soviet government in 1924, the monastery was revived in 1990 and is now operated by the
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Katskhi pillar
of Life and a symbol of the True Cross, and has become surrounded by legends. It remained unclimbed by researchers and unsurveyed until 1944 and was more
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Martvili Monastery
District of the Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti Province (Mkhare) of Georgia. It sits upon the highest hill in the vicinity and was of strategic importance. The
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Alexander II of Imereti
Imeretian and Liparit nobility of Mingrelia. In 1489, a coalition of mountain forces from Racha, Lechkhumi and Svaneti invaded Imereti and captured many
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Abari
Abari (Georgian: აბარი) is a village in Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti region, Georgia. It is part of the Likheti commune, Ambrolauri municipality
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Khandzta
The first church at Khandzta was built of wood by Gregory and his companions. A dining hall and living cells were also built at that time (end of the 8th
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Opiza
Opiza (Georgian: ოპიზა) was a medieval Georgian monastery and cathedral church located in historical Klarjeti region, now in Artvin Province, Turkey.
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Parkhali
monastery and cathedral church. It is located near the town of Yusufeli, Artvin Province, Turkey, and part of Yusufeli District. The monastery and cathedral
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Otkhta
monastery which was built in 961–965 by Davit Kurapalat and renewed in 978–1001. Georgian monastery and cathedral church located in Dörtkilise, the town of
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Khvamli
historical Georgian province of Lechkhumi. The name of Khvamli stems for an old Georgian word for a constellation and the rock, according to the 18th-century
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Church of Theotokos of Vale
facade, and around the entrances. The western portal is framed with columns and arches. Its architrave stones presumably depict St. George and St. Demetrius
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Nino Sutidze
her first season, she won Georgia women's football championship 2008–09, and took part at the 2009–10 UEFA Women's Champions League – Group A matches
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Metekhi
here a church and a fort which served also as a king's residence; hence comes the name Metekhi which dates back to the 12th century and literally means
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Anchiskhati Basilica
basilica was damaged and rebuilt on several occasions from the 15th through 17th centuries due to wars between Georgia and the Persians and Turks. The brick
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Lexo Gugava
Lexo Gugava (born 17 August 1982 in Lentekhi) is a Georgian rugby union player who plays as a wing. He plays for RC Lelo Tbilisi in Georgia Championship
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Tejharuyk Monastery
Meghradzor in the Kotayk Province of Armenia. It was constructed between 1196–99 and commissioned by Ivane I Zakarian, a commander of the Armeno-Georgian Zakarian-Mkhargrzeli
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Khvilisha Church
along the southern outskirts and side of the main road through the village of Aspindza in the Aspindza Municipality and Samtskhe-Javakheti province of
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-North Ossetia–Alania
international: Georgia (including South Ossetia; Mtskheta-Mtianeti, Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti and Shida Kartli) (SE/S/SW) Highest point: Mount Kazbek (5,033
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Bagrati Cathedral
Georgian architecture, the cathedral suffered heavy damage throughout centuries and was reconstructed to its present state through a gradual process starting
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Dmitri Chikhradze
December 1922 in Gomi; died 5 May 1979 in Nalchik) was a Soviet Georgian football player and coach. Dmitri Chikhradze at FootballFacts.ru (in Russian) v t e
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Shida Kartli
to the east, Kvemo Kartli to the south, Samtskhe-Javakheti to the southwest, Imereti to the west, and Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti to the northwest
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Georgia (country)
Abkhazia Samegrelo- Zemo Svaneti Guria Adjara Samtskhe- Javakheti Imereti Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti Shida Kartli Kvemo Kartli Mtskheta- Mtianeti
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Tvishi, Tsageri
(Georgian: ტვიში T’vishi) is a village in Tsageri Municipality, Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti region, Georgia. It is located 33 km south of Tsageri, at
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-List of Georgian wine appellations
intellectual property center. 18 are described in a book published in 2010, and 11 more have been added since (see current list here). "Protected Designations
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-St. Georges Church Kvirike
Svetitskhoveli Telovani Tserovni Tsilkani Zedazeni Zhameti Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti Barakoni Bugeuli Chikhareshi Chukuli Kldisubani Mami Mravaldzali
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Shemokmedi Monastery
functioned as a seat of a bishopric and burial ground of the Gurieli princely dynasty. It was a safe-house of church treasures and, over the centuries, had accumulated
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Quercus hartwissiana
Caucasus. In Georgia it is known from Abkhazia, Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti, Samegrelo, Imereti, Guria and Adjara; in eastern Georgia it is now known
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Tbilisi Sioni Cathedral
River. It was initially built in the 6th and 7th centuries. Since then, it has been destroyed by foreign invaders and reconstructed several times. The current
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ambrolauri Airport
regional airport serving Ambrolauri, a town in Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti, Georgia. The airport is owned and operated by United Airports of Georgia, a
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ananuri
Georgia, about 45 miles (72 kilometres) from Tbilisi. Ananuri was a castle and seat of the eristavis (Dukes) of Aragvi, a feudal dynasty which ruled the
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-New Athos Monastery
Svetitskhoveli Telovani Tserovni Tsilkani Zedazeni Zhameti Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti Barakoni Bugeuli Chikhareshi Chukuli Kldisubani Mami Mravaldzali
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ambara church
three-nave basilica (first built in 7–8th century), a stone fence (Middle Ages) and remains of several additional secular structures, dated by scholars from
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Church of Bzyb
right bank of the Bzyb River. Church is part of the Bzyb fortress complex and date to the latter half of the 9th century or 10th century. The church, dated
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Gagra church
is lit through three windows in the southern wall and with one window, each on the western wall and in the altar. The design of the church is surrounded
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Lykhny Church
are influenced by the contemporary Byzantine art and adorned with more than a dozen of Georgian and Greek inscriptions. The Lykhny church is a domed cross-in-square
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Church of St. Simon the Canaanite, New Athos
11th-century Georgian Chronicles, preached Christianity in Abkhazia and Egrisi and died and was buried at the town of Nicopsia, to the north of Abkhazia. A
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Achi Monastery
intercede for the lords Saghir, Rati, and Ushanian, and intercede for Nikoloz of Achi and the stonemasons Mikel and Mkhetsidze." The Achi monastery was
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Prokofy Dzhaparidze
born in Schardometi village of Racha, Kutais Governorate in the Russian Empire (present-day Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti, Republic of Georgia) to a Georgian
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Khuchap Monastery
consists of a gavit and several ruined buildings.[citation needed] "Armenia: Property Disputes Fueling Church Tension between Yerevan and Tbilisi | Eurasianet"
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Baji, Georgia
village in the Ambrolauri Municipality of Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti in Georgia. It lies on the Rioni River, and is about 22 kilometres from Ambrolauri
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Monastery of the Cross
Jerusalem. It is located in the Valley of the Cross, below the Israel Museum and the Knesset. Legend has it that the monastery was erected on the burial spot
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Oleg Zurabiani
Oleg Zurabiani (born 15 May 1957) is a Georgian judoka. He competed in the men's lightweight event at the 1976 Summer Olympics, representing the Soviet
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Gelati Monastery
monastic and educational center. The monastery is an exemplar of the Georgian Golden Age and a gold aesthetic is employed in the paintings and buildings
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Monastery of Saint Barlaam
During the Seleucid and the Roman era there existed a Doric temple. In the 4th century, St. Barlaam destroyed the statue of Zeus and formed a community
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Kurmukhi Church
century, when the Kingdom of Georgia experienced a political, economical and cultural golden age. its name is first mentioned in Georgian Gospel, which
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-St George's Church, Qakh
Svetitskhoveli Telovani Tserovni Tsilkani Zedazeni Zhameti Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti Barakoni Bugeuli Chikhareshi Chukuli Kldisubani Mami Mravaldzali
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Church of Alibeglo
(Tigris/Diglitus fl.)". Pleiades. Managing the Tigris and Euphrates Watershed Bibliography on Water Resources and International Law "Historical Monuments of the
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Patara Alaverdi
brother to Alaverdi Monastery of Kakheti". At present, the dome is damaged and in need of restoration. Each year on 14 September, it hosts Alaverdoba, a
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ikalto Monastery
region of Eastern Georgia. It is mostly known for its monastery complex and the Ikalto Academy. The Ikalto monastery was founded by Saint Zenon, one
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
the northwest of the Georgian capital Tbilisi. A masterpiece of the Early and High Middle Ages, Svetitskhoveli is recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Avtandil Kentchadze
captured a bronze medal at both the U23 Senior European Championships in 2018 and U23 senior World Champions held in 2017. In March 2021, he competed at the
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-David Gareja monastery complex
disciples Dodo and Luciane expanded the original lavra and founded two other monasteries known as Dodo's Rka (literally, "the horn of Dodo") and Natlismtsemeli
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-List of Georgian regions by Human Development Index
includes Adjara, a historical, geographic and political-administrative region of Georgia, and Tbilisi, the capital and largest city. There is no data for the
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Lekit church
village's oldest name "Lekarti" (Georgian: ლექართი) is of Georgian origins and means "the place of Georgians". Among the Dagestani Lezgins the village is
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Kotokli Church
Svetitskhoveli Telovani Tserovni Tsilkani Zedazeni Zhameti Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti Barakoni Bugeuli Chikhareshi Chukuli Kldisubani Mami Mravaldzali
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Presidency of Salome Zourabichvili
first annual Christmas tree lighting, she paid a visit to Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti, a region that suffered severely during the 1990s civil war, with her administration
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ardashen Church
architectural canon of the church is very well studied and it belongs to the eastern school of the mid and late Byzantine periods. According to the planning
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Makriali Church
Bagrat V of Georgia and Anna of Trebizond. Baedeker's Russia for 1914 mentions the interesting ruins of the old church of Makriali and a traveler of 1969
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Peroniti Church
with Georgia. The church was constructed between sixth to seventh century and belonged to Exarchate of Lazica. This chapel is obviously distinguished by
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Immovable Cultural Monuments of National Significance
significance by meeting special criteria developed by the Ministry of Culture and are subject to preservation by the state. The monument must have an outstanding
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Khtsisi John the Baptist church
arcades and the upper parts of the church are broken down, in the south there is a small chapel-eukterion. The church has two entrances from the south and from
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Katekhi Church
Svetitskhoveli Telovani Tserovni Tsilkani Zedazeni Zhameti Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti Barakoni Bugeuli Chikhareshi Chukuli Kldisubani Mami Mravaldzali
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Likhauri church
decorated with Georgian ornaments, and on the western wall is a portal. The south facade was restored with stone and bricks. The rehabilitation works were
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Vachnadziani monastery
of stone and brick. Kvelazminda refers to the transition period of Georgian architecture (VIII - X) and is one of the most significant and highly artistic
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Kazreti monastery
(Georgian: კაზრეთის მონასტერი) is a Georgian monastic complex located in the Kvemo Kartli region, Bolnisi district, near the city of Kazreti, Georgia. Monastery
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Motsameta monastery
accepted the offer, and they were later tortured and killed, and their bodies were thrown into the river. The water turned red and in memory of this event
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Zemo Krikhi church
Krikhi, Ambrolauri Municipality, in Georgia's northwestern Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti. The building tops a hill on the left bank of the Krikhula
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ruisi cathedral
was remodeled in the 11th century and rebuilt in the 15th century. It is a cross-in-square church with a tall dome and a horseshoe apse on the east. The
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Kharistvala
settlement) in Georgia’s northern Ambrolauri Municipality (Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti region), at an elevation of 1,150 metres (3,770 ft) above
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Tkhmori
(Georgian: თხმორი) is a village in the Ambrolauri Municipality of Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti in northern Georgia. Georgian Soviet Encyclopedia Vol. 5,
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Georgia–South Ossetia border
amongst several Georgian Mkhares: Shida Kartli, Imereti, Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti and Mtskheta-Mtianeti. The border starts in the west at the
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Chuburkhinji Saint George Church
19th century, with the parish's initiative, the church was reconstructed and consecrated in the name of Saint Elijah the Prophet. But the local population
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Chlou Holy Cross Church
km north of the town of Ochamchire on a hill overlooking the Duabi river and is surrounded by a large defensive wall built of large cobblestone. In some
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Ghumurishi Sagergaio Church
ауахәама) is a ruined medieval church built in first half of the 11th century and rebuilt in the 19th century near the village of Ghumurishi in Abkhazia, an
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Laila Peak (Caucasus)
(Georgian: ლაილჭალა) but also known as Lahla, is the highest peak of the Svaneti Range in Georgia. The elevation of the summit is 4,009 metres (13,153 ft)
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-List of earthquakes in 1991
km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru". "M 6.7 - 203 km SSE of Mata-Utu, Wallis and Futuna". "M 5.5 - 14 km ESE of Boshchorbogh, Tajikistan". "M 4.1 - 50 km
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Vanis Kvabebi
Aspindza town and the more famous cave city of Vardzia. The complex dates from 8th century and consists of a defensive wall built in 1204 and a maze of tunnels
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Administrative divisions of Georgia (country)
Kvemo Kartli, Mtskheta-Mtianeti, Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti, Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti, Samtskhe-Javakheti, and Shida Kartli. Tbilisi itself is divided
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Racha uezd
the contemporary Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti region of Georgia. The administrative centre of the Racha uezd was Oni. The Racha uezd was formed in
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-List of Cultural Heritage Monuments of Georgia
Georgian law defines an immovable monument as an object which is attached to and remain on the ground. The monuments which have an outstanding artistic or
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Datuna Church
of the Kazreti and Achi monasteries. It is thought to have been built by the Georgian Orthodox missionaries at the turn of the 10th and 11th centuries
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Jejora
Wikimedia Commons has media related to Jejora river. Jejora, Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti, Georgia Mindat.org (in Russian) Апхазава, Илья Соломонович;
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Miriani Maisuradze
Championships held in Bucharest, Romania. Iveson, Ali (17 September 2022). "Dake and Ghasempour retain wrestling world titles in Belgrade". InsideTheGames.biz
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Georgian wine
micro-regions of Telavi and Kvareli) and Kartli, but also in Imereti, Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti, and coastal areas like Adjara and Abkhazia. The roots
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Monastery of Iviron
supervision of two Georgian monks, John the Iberian and John Tornike between AD 980–83 and housed Georgian clergy and priests. It was founded on the site of the
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Administration of South Ossetia
remains a nominal entity. The Salvation Union of South Ossetia was founded in October 2006 by the ethnic Ossetians who were outspoken critics
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-List of Georgian regions by GDP
includes Adjara, a historical, geographic and political-administrative region of Georgia, and Tbilisi, the capital and largest city. There is no data for the
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Kabardino-Balkaria
Karachay–Cherkessia (W/NW) international: Georgia (Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti, Zemo Svaneti) (S/SW) Highest point: Mount Elbrus (5,642 m) Maximum
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Shio-Mgvime monastery
plain and strict in its design, indeed dates to that time, c. 560s–580s, and the caves carved by monks are still visible around the monastery and along
Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti-Church of Kish
called Gis (Գիս), where he built a church and recited a liturgy. The church became the "spiritual center and the place of enlightenment of people of the