The first stop of the Transcaucasian style in Georgia: Sighnaghi, the "City of Love"

Sighnaghi Kakheti Province Sighnaghi, the pearl of the eastern Kakheti region, is built at an altitude of 790 meters, overlooking the beautiful scenery of the Alazani Valley and the Caucasus Mountains. It has many historical and cultural monuments and is located in the center of Georgia's wine producing area. It is one of the most beautiful towns in Georgia. St. Nino Monastery of Lekhaindravo 1. The most famous in the town is Bodbe Monastery of St. Nino, which was originally built in the 9th century and underwent major reconstruction in the 17th century. It is now used as a convent. It is also one of the main pilgrimage sites because the relics of St. Nino, a female evangelist in the 4th century, are enshrined here. St. Nino was born in a Roman general's family. As one of the more than 30 saints of Sister Gayen, she was the only one who escaped bad luck, brought Christianity to Georgia and became a holy nun who changed the faith of the entire country. The various murals in the old site of the monastery are exquisite. Signagi City Walls 2. The "Signagi City Walls" are definitely not to be missed. From the walls, you can see the magnificent panoramic view of the Alazani Valley and the Caucasus Mountains behind it. The Signagi City Walls were built in the 1770s during the reign of King Erekle II. It is about 5 kilometers long and consists of 23 towers, each named after the village connected to it. Most of the walls and towers are built with cobblestones, and only a small part uses red bricks. Patardzeuli Winery 3. Georgian wine enjoys a high reputation in the industry. Georgians have been making wine since 8,000 years ago, and it has been listed as part of the world's intangible cultural heritage by UNESCO. "Kakheti Traditional Winemaking" is one of the largest wine and spirits production companies in Georgia and the Caucasus. After integrating modern technology with ancient winemaking traditions, KTW has created its unique style and provides the best Georgian wines to the world. At the KTW winery, follow the tour guide to visit and taste various popular wines of Patardzeuli for free, as long as you can drink enough. 4. Sit by the Alazani Valley and have a glass of authentic red wine ice cream from the town, and the “City of Love” will make your heart sweet!

Post by LiteraryLegends | Aug 13, 2024