Gergeti Trinity Church

Located near to Mount Kazbegi, 2200 meters above sea level the view at the church is magnificent. If you’re planning to visit here for a quick getaway from Tbilisi city, its advisable to take a day tour because they will stop by few other places that considered as must visit in Georgia like Ananuri Fortress and Russia-Georgia Friendship monument. They can also drop you in Gergeti village if you’re planning to stay for few days. If you keen to drive from Tbilisi it will take around 4 hours but you have to be an expert of driving as the road is full with lorry and sometimes sheep too. Its worth to stay for few days too in Gergeti village as you can walk around the village, hike to the church and got to enjoy the view more. The road is super bumpy from the base to the church so if you easily get motion sickness bring your motion sickness medicine with you. #mountain #georgia #kazbegi #tbilisi #quickgetaway

#georgia #scenery Gergeti Church is located at the top of a mountain. It's kind of a long hike to get there. The hike is a bit difficult at the beginning before you reach the main road, but it's worth the effort. You also have the option to take ride up or down, or both for extra money. There is no entrance fee or any payment needs to be done. I won't advice you to drive all the way up with your car. You can park and take another 4x4 van or hike. Keep traveling and enjoy

What a view in Georgia! Driving hours from Tbilisi to Kazbeki was incredible and exciting experience. The weather was great and the view was amazing. I stayed in a friendly homestay and found that local people were so kind and nice even though they can speak little English. #stepantsminda #kazbeki #georgia #gergetitrinitychurch #roadtrip

Mount Kazbek or Mount Kazbegi is a dormant stratovolcano and one of the major mountains of the Caucasus, located on the Russian-Georgian border - in Russia's North Ossetia region and Georgia's Kazbegi District.

#hiking #unforgettableexperiences #momentsmission #georgia #travelinspiration #naturalwonders When you look at the #church from afar, it looks like an ancient castle from fairy-tales, hidden in the #mountains . And indeed it is ancient, since it was built in the XIV century. When enemies were attacking, all the valuables from all over the country were brought to this place. The locals believe that it’s saint and actually magical. And this is really unexplainable and indescribable experience when you get up there to the church. You literally smell the the spirit of antiquity. Even though there are lots of tourists there, parishioners and church workers look like they still live in the older days. This place made a strong impression on me. It’s a pity the time was limited, but I’m happy I got the chance to see and actually visit it. It’s a perfect place to just sit, relax, reflect, and think about eternity. The best way to get there is definitely by car. The car will get you to the foot of Mount Kazbek and from there you can either walk or hire a van that will take you right to your destination.

| Georgia. “Kazbegi, you are like the crown of an emperor, shining with eternal brilliance.” The winter Kazbegi is covered in snow, and the Gergeti Trinity Church is indeed “the church closest to the sky in the world” as it is described. In summer, the green valleys are a paradise for hikers. The weather might be too clear before arrival, with much of the snow on Mount Kazbek melted away. I messaged my friend saying I was a few days late, and the mountain was bare~ The window of the guesthouse faced the church on the mountain top, and without seeing the sunlight gilding the mountain, I could only hope for another chance to visit. The entrance for hiking is right across the main road from the town bus station. Once you cross the Terek River, you are officially on the mountain trail. It took us less than an hour and a half to walk up the mountain at a leisurely pace. Seeing a building that looks like a ruined watchtower means you are on the right path. Don’t follow Google or Yandex maps; they only show the winding car roads. You can enter the church, but no photography is allowed. I only realized there was a sign at the door when I came out. The classic photo spot is along the main entrance of the church to the roadside. Of course, if you have enough time and energy, you can continue to explore, which I personally recommend doing in the summer. Most tourists travel to and from Kazbegi from Tbilisi, with a normal one-way fare of 15 lari. Pay attention to the departure times for the return trip. Although there is a timetable at the town bus station, it is only for reference. The last bus often leaves earlier. I also encountered road conditions that day, with a one-hour delay before reaching Gudauri. The next day, there was heavy snow, and friends who stayed there said the road was closed and no one could enter or leave. Additionally, the taxi fare in town to and from the mountain top is 40 lari per person. Walking saves money and feels more rewarding.

|Recommended Route| Georgia Exploration Tour🇬🇪 👉The plane departs from Urumqi, the destination is the capital of Georgia, Tbilisi, and the flight time is about 4 hours. 🌟Tour Highlights🌟: 📖Lost between European castles and snow mountains✔ 🚶‍♂️Walking on the old streets, as if traveling to medieval Europe. In the Kazbegi-Tbilisi National History Museum, it seems to travel to medieval Europe, where a rich collection of historical artifacts and artworks are collected. 🗳In Kazbek, visited the sacred Trinity Church, this church is located at the foot of Mount Kazbek, only one step away from heaven. Walking in the fairy-tale Mestia. 🌲🌲In Mestia, we followed the mountain road all the way up, admiring the spectacular snow mountains, glaciers, and forest grasslands. 🍷🍷Tasted the authentic Georgian wine, 16 yuan can buy a pound of beef. 🎢Play Activities🎢: ⚖️Explore the Georgia National Museum, an opportunity to fully understand the local customs of the country. 🍹Go to Batumi to enjoy the seaside life and feel the local exotic customs. 🏃‍♀️Go to Mestia for cycling, admire the spectacular snow mountains and glaciers. 📝📝Attractions Introduction📝📝: 📍Kazbegi-Tbilisi National History Museum: This is a good place to appreciate ancient buildings and cultural artifacts, where a rich collection of historical artifacts and artworks are collected, giving us a deeper understanding of Georgia's history and culture. 📍Kazbek: Visit the sacred Trinity Church, this church is located at the foot of Mount Kazbek, only one step away from heaven. 📍Batumi: This is a seaside city in Georgia, with beautiful beaches and leisurely seaside life. 📍Mestia: Follow the mountain road all the way up, admiring the spectacular snow mountains and glaciers. 📍Kutaisi: Tasted the authentic Georgian wine, this country's wine has a long history and unique style.

This place is magical, we found it by luck when we were driving around Kazbegi. The view is wonderful and you can enjoy the nature to the most. There are restaurants around you. It has everything you need kitchen ware, washing machine, TV, etc. It gets pretty cold in winter here, October is still a good time to visit if you can't make it in the spring of the summer. It's very close to the attraction Gergeti Trinity Church. #kazbegi #georgia

St. Trinity Church in Stepantsminda, Kazbegi, Georgia, stands on a steep mountain top at an altitude of 2170 meters and is known as the "church closest to the sky in the world". The church was built in the 14th century, hidden and solemn, with a landscape that can shake the soul. . The exterior walls of the Holy Trinity Church are decorated with reliefs and carvings of sun, grapevines, and crosses, while only a few murals remain inside the church. There is no electricity in the church, and the only source of light comes from narrow windows, so most of the day the interior of the church is in semi-darkness. . Due to its remote location, during the Persian invasion of Georgia in the 18th century, many precious artifacts from Mtskheta, including the Holy Cross of Saint Nino, were brought here for safekeeping in the church. During the Soviet era, rulers once banned worship ceremonies in churches, but churches remained a pilgrimage destination. . It is said that in Georgia, there is a belief that to get closer to God, one needs to make an effort, and only true believers can overcome the difficulties in the mountains to reach the mountaintop church. Therefore, churches in Georgia are mostly found between mountain ranges. . In 1829, Pushkin traveled to Kazbek and created the poem "Monastery on Kazbek Mountain" depicting the magnificent scenery before him, yearning to live in seclusion by God's side, hidden in the clouds.

Gergeti Trinity Church is one of my favorite places in Georgia. It is located in Kazbegi which is three hours drive from Tbilisi. The only way to go up to the church is to hire local driver with 4fwd car which cost 80 GEL. But I think it was worth to go. The ancient church was very charming and still in used nowadays. But the rule was that you need to cover your head and wear skirt. The view from the top was absolutely gorgeous. Although it was very foggy when we were there and we didn’t really see the whole mountain, I still think it was stunning. Entrance fee: free

This is on the dirt road which only 4x4 can pass. it’s a view on the way to Gergeti church. in October 2022, the concrete road couldn’t pass, so you have to pay GEL70 (returns fare) for the 4x4 van to go up there. price is per van, could sit around 5-6 passengers. The waterfall is during the crossing stream, this stream is in the valley. In mid of October, few days has some snow but it’s still not accumulated to see snow in the daytime. the temperature is -2 C during the early morning and it’s 5 C during the day. On Gergeti Church it can be very windy. You may need a wind stopper. There is small hill that have telescope opposite of the church hill, it has best view. Also the last photo It’s taken at the parking 400 m. before arrive the church. #4x4 #kazbegi #georgia #gudauri

This beautiful hotel is located just right in front of Mount Kazbegi, the view is so stunningly gorgeous.