Musser temple
village of Musser, Gudauta district, Abkhazia
Description:
The Musser temple of Abkhazia Gudauta is a medieval construction of stone blocks with cladding made of hewn stone. The construction of the ancient temple dates back to the 10-12 centuries. Scientists and travelers refer this building to the pearl of church architecture in Abkhazia.
Today, the temple is dilapidated, its majestic walls are overgrown with ivy and greenery, but it looks more than just fascinating and interesting. The spirit of a long gone time is felt in every stone, the mystery and originality of the atmosphere inside the temple is striking.
The Musser temple is located on the territory of the eponymous reserve - Pitsundo-Musser Reserve with a total area of 3700 hectares. The temple is located on the coast overlooking Gudauta far from civilization, at the mouth of the Ambara River. The temple has a well-preserved facade, side limits, a large hall with an altar and arched stone vaults.
You can get to the architectural structure by the following route: Abkhazia, Gudauta district, the village of Musser.