Pilgrimage tour to Gori – Uplistsikhe – Borjomi.
Gori: A historic town, the birthplace of Stalin. Stalin Museum. Gori Fortress, a medieval citadel standing above the town of Gori on a rocky hill. In 2007, the fortress was included in the list of immovable cultural monuments of national significance in Georgia. Enjoy authentic Georgian cuisine in local cafes.
Uplistsikhe: A journey to ancient Uplistsikhe, a fascinating cave city. The city emerged at the end of the 2nd – beginning of the 1st millennium BC, experienced several rises and falls, and was finally abandoned in the 19th century, thus being a multilayered archaeological site and one of the most important monuments of Georgian culture. Visit Kaveli, the majestic 7th-century church, and enjoy panoramic views of the Kura River. Experience the atmosphere of an old Georgian settlement.
Borjomi: End the tour in the resort town of Borjomi, surrounded by green mountains. Sample the legendary mineral water and take a walk in the Borjomi Park. Immerse yourself in the tranquility and beauty of mountain nature. Visit the monasteries of St. Seraphim of Sarov and St. Gabriel Urgebadze.
The Seraphim of Sarov Monastery is nestled in the greenery of the Borjomi forest, achieving its grandeur atop a mountain. This sacred place, imbued with the spirit of faith, serves as a site of worship and prayer for believers from various parts of Georgia. Here, on this holy land, the hermitage of the great Russian saint, Seraphim of Sarov, whose canonization took place in 1903 by the blessing of Nicholas II, has been recreated. Atop the mountain stands a stone engraved with the words of Saint Seraphim of Sarov about Iberia — the lot of the Mother of God. This inscription, presented in Georgian and Russian, serves as a reminder of the saint's spiritual heritage and draws the attention of those seeking spiritual elevation. The Seraphim of Sarov Monastery gains special significance due to the personal involvement of the Georgian archbishop Seraphim (Jojua) in painting the church that rises in this sacred territory. His contribution to creating this spiritual refuge strengthens the connection between Georgia and the great Russian saint, building a bridge between two cultures in the monastery.
Uplistsikhe: A journey to ancient Uplistsikhe, a fascinating cave city. The city emerged at the end of the 2nd – beginning of the 1st millennium BC, experienced several rises and falls, and was finally abandoned in the 19th century, thus being a multilayered archaeological site and one of the most important monuments of Georgian culture. Visit Kaveli, the majestic 7th-century church, and enjoy panoramic views of the Kura River. Experience the atmosphere of an old Georgian settlement.
Borjomi: End the tour in the resort town of Borjomi, surrounded by green mountains. Sample the legendary mineral water and take a walk in the Borjomi Park. Immerse yourself in the tranquility and beauty of mountain nature. Visit the monasteries of St. Seraphim of Sarov and St. Gabriel Urgebadze.
The Seraphim of Sarov Monastery is nestled in the greenery of the Borjomi forest, achieving its grandeur atop a mountain. This sacred place, imbued with the spirit of faith, serves as a site of worship and prayer for believers from various parts of Georgia. Here, on this holy land, the hermitage of the great Russian saint, Seraphim of Sarov, whose canonization took place in 1903 by the blessing of Nicholas II, has been recreated. Atop the mountain stands a stone engraved with the words of Saint Seraphim of Sarov about Iberia — the lot of the Mother of God. This inscription, presented in Georgian and Russian, serves as a reminder of the saint's spiritual heritage and draws the attention of those seeking spiritual elevation. The Seraphim of Sarov Monastery gains special significance due to the personal involvement of the Georgian archbishop Seraphim (Jojua) in painting the church that rises in this sacred territory. His contribution to creating this spiritual refuge strengthens the connection between Georgia and the great Russian saint, building a bridge between two cultures in the monastery.
Duration: 2 - 3 days
- Gori Fortress
- Uplistsikhe
- Borjomi
