Close-up view of the colossal carved stone pillars of the Chronicles of Georgia monument in Tbilisi, showing detailed historical reliefs. Massive stone pillars depicting historical figures and scenes at the Chronicles of Georgia monument in Tbilisi, under a clear sky Low-angle view of the massive Chronicles of Georgia monument in Tbilisi, with the sun setting or rising through one of its arches, casting a bright glow.

Chronicles of Georgia: History Memorial & Tbilisi Sea Views, Tbilisi

The Chronicles of Georgia, also widely known as the History Memorial of Georgia (Georgian: საქართველოს მატიანე, Sakartvelos Mat’iane), is a colossal monument located on Keeni Hill (also referred to as Temka Hill) overlooking the Tbilisi Sea, in the northern part of Tbilisi, Georgia. While less frequented by tourists than the Old Town, its immense scale […]

The Kartlis Deda (Mother of Georgia) statue standing on a hill overlooking Tbilisi, holding a sword and a bowl, surrounded by a lush forest. The Kartlis Deda (Mother of Georgia) statue in Tbilisi, Georgia, with a panoramic view of the forested hills and city buildings in the background. Kartlis Deda (Mother of Georgia) statue visible on a hill above colorful traditional buildings and a street in Tbilisi Old Town. A detailed close-up of the Kartlis Deda (Mother of Georgia) statue in Tbilisi, highlighting her features and the symbolic sword and bowl she holds. Side profile of the Kartlis Deda (Mother of Georgia) statue in Tbilisi, showing her from a low angle against a cloudy sky, with a tall tree in the foreground. Kartlis Deda (Mother of Georgia) statue on a hill in Tbilisi, silhouetted against a setting sun, with a path and trees in the foreground

Kartlis Deda (Mother of Georgia Statue), Tbilisi

The Kartlis Deda (Mother of Georgia Statue) is a colossal and iconic monument overlooking Tbilisi, Georgia. Standing proudly atop Sololaki Hill, it has become a powerful symbol of the city and the nation, embodying the unique characteristics of the Georgian people.   Symbolism and Meaning: Dual Nature of Georgian Hospitality and Defense: The statue ingeniously […]

Metekhi Church and the equestrian statue of King Vakhtang Gorgasali on a rocky cliff overlooking the Mtkvari River in Tbilisi

The Founder of Tbilisi King Vakhtang Gorgasali Statue, Tbilisi

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