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Interesting Facts about Kutaisi, Georgia
Bagrati Cathedral
The construction of Bagrati Cathedral, named after Bagrat III - the first king of a united Georgia, started at the end of the 10th century and was completed in the early years of the 11th century. The Cathedral holds special importance in the history of Georgia as an architectural and cultural monument.
Gelati Monastery
The cathedral is situated 11 km westwards from Kutaisi. The Gelati Monastery, with its main buildings erected between the 12th and 17th centuries, was an important religious, cultural and educational center of Georgia. The monastery complex is included in UNESCO’s World Cultural Heritage list and its architecture is well known for wonderful mosaics and frescos. King David the Builder, the most celebrated King of Georgia, is buried in the yard of the monastery.
Motsameta Monastery
Motsameta Monastery is located 6 kilometres from Kutaisi. The present-day church dates back to the 11th century, but historic records show that a church was constructed in this spot as early as the 8th century. Motsameta attracts crowds of tourists with an ancient superstition: if one crawls three times under the ark and makes a wish while touching the hallows, the wish will come true. Location: village of Motsameta
Kutaisi State Historical Museum
Kutaisi State Historical Museum was founded in 1912 and houses over 200,000 artifacts.
Historical District of The City
The historical part of Kutaisi - the Royal District, includes the areas surrounding the White bridge.
Vani Archeological Museum
This museum holds the majority of the archaeological discoveries from the site of Vani. In 1987, the Gold Reserve was opened within the museum, which preserves the unique pieces created by Vani’s ancient goldsmiths. The exhibition also displays architectural materials, as well as unique bronze figures and their fragments.
Sataplia Nature Reserve
Sataplia Nature Reserve is located 6 kilometres North-West of Kutaisi. Here you can find preserved dinosaur footprints and a beautiful cave complex featuring numerous stalactites and stalagmites. Within the area of the reserve, there is a museum and a glass walkway overlooking breathtaking natural scenery.
Prometheus Cave
Prometheus Cave is located 40 kilometres from Kutaisi near Tskaltubo. The cave is one of the most popular destinations in the region and includes various types of stalactites, stalagmites, curtains, petrified waterfalls, underground rivers, and lakes. Each cave in the cluster of six differs significantly from each other in scale and the unique shapes of petrified flowstones found within. Here you will also have a chance to take a boat tour through an underground lake.
Katskhi Pillar
Located 60 kilometres from Kutaisi; in the village of Katskhi, the Pillar is a natural limestone monolith. It stands 40 meters tall, overlooking the surrounding river valley. There are a small church and a clergy house on top of the Pillar.
Okatse Canyon
Okatse Canyon is situated in the village of Gordi, some 42 kilometres from Kutaisi. The length of the canyon is about 16 kilometres, its width ranges from 10 to 15 meters, and it is about 50 meters deep. Along the canyon, you can find several waterfalls, one of which measures 70 meters high.