Metekhi Church
Tbilisi, Georgia
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- Type
- Orthodox church in Tbilisi, Georgia
Visitor information
- Address: MRR6+3FM, Metekhi St, Tbilisi, Georgia
- Phone: +995 32 222 85 32
People also ask
What is the history of metekhi church?
History of Metekhi Church The church and castle of Metekhi were built in the V century by King Vakhtang Gorgasali, the founder of Tbilisi. The castle served as the royal residence. The existence of the royal residence castle was confirmed in the XII. Century by the historian of Queen Tamara.
What is the meaning of metekhi?
According to traditional accounts, King Vakhtang I Gorgasali erected here a church and a fort which served also as a king's residence; hence comes the name Metekhi which dates back to the 12th century and literally means “the area around the palace”.
What is the Tbilisi syndrome?
The events of 9 April also gave rise to the so-called “Tbilisi Syndrome” characterized by the reluctance of military officers and soldiers to take any tactical decisions or even obey orders without a clear trail of responsibility to a higher authority.
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