Mtskheta & Ancient Georgia Tours
Step into Georgia’s spiritual heart: ancient Mtskheta, the former capital and a UNESCO site, with the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and the hilltop Jvari Monastery, often combined with the cave town of Uplistsikhe and Stalin’s birthplace at Gori. A journey through Georgia’s deep history near Tbilisi.
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Mtskheta & History in Tbilisi — FAQ
What is Mtskheta?
Mtskheta, just outside Tbilisi, is Georgia’s ancient former capital and spiritual centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site home to the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and, on a hill above, the 6th-century Jvari Monastery.
What can you see on a Mtskheta day trip?
Mtskheta tours typically include the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and Jvari Monastery, often combined with the rock-hewn cave town of Uplistsikhe and the city of Gori with Stalin’s museum.
Is Mtskheta worth visiting from Tbilisi?
Yes — just 20 minutes away, Mtskheta’s ancient cathedrals and hilltop monastery offer a moving glimpse into Georgia’s history and faith, easily combined with Uplistsikhe and Gori.