Bagrat Temple
Kutaisi Hostel, Solomon I Street 14, Kutaisi
Description:
The majestic temple of Bagrat on the mountain amazes with its scale. The effect is enhanced by the fact that the temple is located on the mountain, so it can be seen from anywhere in the city.
The history of medieval temple architecture of Georgia is impossible to imagine without Bagrat temple. It was built in the XI century. For almost 700 years the temple stood in its original form, but in 1691 the Turks almost destroyed the temple, especially its upper part suffered.
On the dome of the temple is now a huge bronze cross 2 meters high and weighing 300 kg. This temple is impressive in its scale. The architecture is also impressive. Huge stone blocks distinguish it from other temples. The temple is surrounded by fortress walls that once served as a fortification of the city.
How to get there: From the center of Kutaisi can be reached on foot or by car. Bagrati street leads to the temple.