Location: Georgia
Uplistikhe Cave Town | |
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Uplistikhe Cave Town dates back to the 6th century BC and comprises an entire town carved into a mountainside with streets, temples, palaces and residential buildings. |
Varzdia Cave Town | |
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Established in the 12th century by King Giorgi III and developed by his daughter Queen Tamar, the Varzdia Cave Town was built as a stronghold against the Turkish. This extraordinary site once numbered some 3,000 caves though it was heavily damaged by a 15th century earthquake. Today, 550 caves have been discovered, serving as meeting halls, churches and wine cellars and connected by stairways and tunnels. |
Travel to Georgian Cave Towns
Organised group tours: Click here to see 12 tours to Georgia which may include Georgian Cave Towns.