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They renamed it “Chronicle of Georgia” o “Memorial of the History of Georgia”, but it is also known as the “Stonehenge in Tbilisi”. Whatever you want to call it, the wonder effect is the same for anyone who finds themselves in front of this incredible and evocative monument, whose history is equally fascinating.
Among the most unmissable attractions of the capital of Georgia, this one-of-a-kind work was created by the famous Georgian sculptor and architect Zurab Tsereteli in 1985, but unfortunately it was never completed.
The Stonehenge in Tbilisi, between history and faith
The extraordinary monument is made up of sixteen columns 30-35 meters high, decorate con reliefs that illustrate the history of the country and celebrate its greatness. In the upper part of each column you can see important scenes from ancient Georgian history represented, featuring kings, queens and heroes who have followed one another over the centuries. In the lower sections, however, they are depicted episodes from the life of Christ.
Nobody knows exactly why the sculptor did not finish this mammoth work and, unfortunately, there is very little information about it. What is known is that the work to complete it is still underway today, although it is going very slowly.
Tbilisi's Stonehenge sits at the top of a large flight of stairs, on a hill from which you can admire a panorama unique of the suburbs of the capital of Georgia and the large artificial lake, known as "sea" of Tbilisi due to its size.
In front of the spectacular monument you can admire the famous Cross of vine shoots, better known as Cross of Santa Nino, the most important symbol of the Georgian Orthodox Church, while behind the enormous stone pillars you come across a small and original chapel. In the evening, when the city of Tbilisi lights up with a thousand lights, the view from the top of the hill is even more suggestive.
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How to get to Stonehenge from Tbilisi
The Georgia History Memorial is located approx 20 minutes by car from the center of Tbilisi. You can reach it by public transport, by taxi or with an organized tour.
La visit is free and you can access the monument every day, at all hours. Furthermore, a few steps from the Chronicle of Georgia is the suggestive artificial lake of Tbilisi, another unmissable stop in the city, particularly loved by locals who flock to its banks on summer weekends for a refreshing break.
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