About
A 13-story cave city carved into cliffs, a truly unique historical marvel.
Why go
- Feels like something out of Game of Thrones or Lord of the Rings
- A place to visit before you die
- Felt like Indiana Jones
Must try
- Explore the cave monasteries of Vardzia
- See 12th-century frescoes
- Hike surrounding gorges
- Explore about 240 rooms
- Wander through the cave monastery complex
Pro tips
- Day trip from Kutaisi
- Book a tour as it's hard to get to
- Best photographed at golden hour
Good to know
- A massive earthquake destroyed part of the mountain
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Rating
4.8 / 5
Opening Hours
| Sunday | 10 am–5 pm |