Tbilisi

Shiomgvime Monastery and Ksani Fortress

Hiking to the historical fortress of Ksani and the Shiomgvime monastery. The route passes through wooded slopes with ancient churches and historical buildings. You will see a well-preserved fortress with qvevri shards, water collectors and chimneys

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1 dayduration

15 kmdistance

↑↓600 mgain / loss

★★★★★difficulty · medium

What you will see

Shiomgvime Monastery and the church on the topHaving reached the monastery itself, we climb the path to a small church on the top of the hill. It is very cozy and serves as an excellent viewpoint
Lookout point above the monasteryBy transfer we reach the observation point above the Shiomgvim Monastery, from where impressive views open up.
Little Church of St. George and Ksani FortressWe leave the forest to the small church of St. George. We go down the ridge to the Ksani fortress, which is well preserved with visible qvevri shards, large catch basins and chimneys