Religious site
Katekhi Church
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Katekhi Church, also known as the Church of St. George, is a medieval Georgian Orthodox church located on a hillside near the village of Katex, about 10 km from Zaqatala. The church dates from the 12th-13th centuries and features a cruciform plan with a central dome. Inside, fragments of original frescoes remain, depicting saints and biblical scenes. The church is surrounded by a cemetery with ancient tombstones. The peaceful setting offers views of the surrounding valleys and mountains. It is an active place of worship, especially on feast days.
Don't miss
- View the medieval fresco fragments inside the church
- Explore the surrounding cemetery with ancient tombstones
- Enjoy panoramic views of the Caucasus foothills from the churchyard
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Katekhi Church
You can visit Katekhi Church on your own. A guide is worth it for the history and detail that is easy to walk past, and a tour can combine it with nearby sights.
Cheapest way inKakheti Wine Tour and Discover Monasteries Vineyards Telavi5★ · 109 travelers~9 hoursFree cancellationFrom$15 per personSee dates →
Most bookedGroup Tour: Echmiadzin Cathedral & churches, Zvartnots Temple4.9★ · 416 travelers4-5 hoursFree cancellationFrom$28 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleSoviet past - Private day tour to Chiatura, Katskhi pillar and Chronicles5★ · 30 travelers9-11 hoursFree cancellationFrom$149 per personSee dates →More attractions in Zaqatala