• Chiatura - Excursion to Katskhi / Chiatura
  After gathering at the hotel, the tour will proceed to the Katskhi Monastery in Chiatura.

The tour will also include a visit to the Katskhi Pillar. In the seventh century, monks constructed a monastery atop a natural stone pillar near Chiatura. This site was used by Christian ascetics who lived at the top to demonstrate their devotion. Although this practice has faded, the monastery remains. A Georgian monk has resided at the summit for nearly 20 years. The staircase leading up is known as the “ladder to the sky.” Only men are permitted to climb the pillar, and only under special circumstances.

Visitors are not allowed to reach the summit.

• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Hotel pick up and drop off
• Guide service

• Meals

In the 7th century, monks constructed a monastery atop a natural stone pillar near Chiatura. This site was utilized by Christian ascetics residing at the pillar’s peak to demonstrate their devotion. Although this practice has vanished, the monastery remains. Visitors can ascend to the top via a 130-foot staircase. A Georgian monk has resided at the summit for nearly two decades. The staircase leading upward is referred to as a “ladder to the sky.” Only men are permitted to climb the pillar, and even then, only under special circumstances.

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