A World Heritage Site, Svetitskhoveli Cathedral dates back to the 4th century and is the legendary burial site of Jesus Christ's mantle. Visit the site to learn the story that goes with the claim of the burial place of garment, which involves its purchase after Christ's crucifixion. The church, founded by St. Nino, was the coronation and burial site for many of the kings of Georgia. You can also view a 4th-century stone baptismal font, believed to have been used to baptize King Miriam and Queen Nana, and the remnants of the life-giving pillar of legend. Put Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and other Mtskheta attractions into our Mtskheta vacation planning website, and watch your holiday take shape.
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Svetitskhoveli Cathedral reviews
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beautiful! the cathedral on the outside, on the inside and the scenery. We went in the evening, walked around the cathedral and it was very nice.
beautiful! the cathedral on the outside, on the inside and the scenery. We went in the evening, walked around the cathedral and it was very nice. more »
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A beautiful building in great grounds. Disappointed that access on a Sunday morning wasn't allowed because of the ongoing 2.5 hour service. So avoid visting on a Sunday
A beautiful building in great grounds. Disappointed that access on a Sunday morning wasn't allowed because of the ongoing 2.5 hour service. So avoid visting on a Sunday more »
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Amazing beautiful cathedral and surrounding. This cathedral have some kind of magic i can't really explain - with its old preserved vibe, with the windows and the light reflected from them and with the people that come to pray. It's like a magnet to the soul.
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Lovely cathedral with a wonderful ambience. Scars of Communist occupation still evident: the frescoes inside still painted over in white, the whitewash only been removed in a few places. Nonetheless being inside was an experience. Outside the monks were working in the garden. The path to the cathedral quite touristy, but if it's your first experience of the kind, it can be quite delightful.
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