Day Trip to David Gareja Monastery

Located in the semi-desert between Georgia & the Azerbaijan border, it’s widely thought that Davit Gareja was constructed in the 6th century by Assyrian priests to boost Christianity in Georgia. The complex features 13 monasteries. Throughout this trip, some tourists may encounter tense drives among mountains along with loads of cattle on the road. The monasteries are spectacular, and the walls are coated with thousand-year-old spiritual paintings. The David Gareja Monastery differs from the others mainly because lots of its buildings are cut into a huge tilted rock and a few of its temples still maintain millenary frescos. Don’t be surprised to walk and climb on irregular ground. The walking route lasts around 8 km (5 miles).

Highlights

Be amazed by this beautiful historic site
Walk around the complex
Discover a completely different side to Georgia

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Sun hat
Hiking shoes
Sunscreen
Weather-appropriate clothing

Route: Tbilisi>Rustavi>Mravaltskaro>Natlismtsemeli Monastery>David Gareji monastery> Udabno

Considering the fact that a portion of the complex is situated in Azerbaijan, it isn’t confirmed that the border guards will permit you to visit the Udabno monastery and caves with frescoes.