Visiting the capital city, Tbilisi, where all the churches seem to look alike, which ones are the oldest churches in Tbilisi? Here is a list of the oldest churches (considering when first built) that will provide insight into how the Georgian Orthodox church has remained the religious center for over 1,500 years.
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Jvaris Mama Church with its Armenian and Georgian Churches
In the walled area of the Jvaris Mama complex sits two churches that source in two different orthodox churches. The Jvaris Mama is Georgian while the St. Mary Church is Armenian. The Georgian is active while the Armenian building sits as a hollow shell reserved for pigeons. Let’s explore this monastery complex.
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The Persian Splash upon Tbilisi with Walking Tour
On various occasions, the Persians conquered or at least controlled the area around Tbilisi. The Persians brought their culture and, at times, their religion to the Georgian region. Despite the Georgian Christian faith, the Persians often dwelt peacefully among them when they controlled the area. A key link to this idea comes from the time of the Sasanian King Khosrow II, who had a Christian wife named Shirin. This queen often sought protection for the Christian populations under Persian control.
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