In the vicinities of Tbilisi ( 20 km ) there is a remarkable monument of Christian culture – Betania Monastery (the 12 th – the 13 th centuries). Betania (Bethany) is the active monastery built in the honor of Nativity the Mother of God. It is located in a woody gorge of the river Vere. The main temple reminds a pearl because of its pinkish shade. You will enjoy the beautiful 1207 frescos showing tsar George III and his daughter queen Tamara. |
