Excursion to Katskhi Pillar, Chiatura
In the seventh century, monks built a monastery on top of a natural stone pillar outside of Chiatura. It was used by Christian ascetics who lived at the top of the pillar to express their devotion. This cult has now disappeared, but the monastery still exists. Visitors can reach the summit by climbing a 130-foot staircase. The Georgian monk has been living on the summit for almost 20 years. A staircase rising upward is called a ladder to the sky. Only men can climb the pole, and then in special cases.
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Excursion to Katskhi Pillar, Chiatura
Pickup included
What's included in Excursion to Katskhi Pillar, Chiatura
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Excursion to Katskhi / Chiatura After Meeting Point at your hotel, we will go to the monastery of Katskhi in Chiatura. We will also see the Katskhi Pillar. In the seventh century, monks built a monastery on top of a natural stone pillar outside of Chiatura. It was used by Christian ascetics who lived at the top of the pillar to express their devotion. This cult has now disappeared, but the monastery still exists. The Georgian monk has been living on the summit for almost 20 years. A staircase rising upward is called a ladder to the sky. Only men can climb the pole, and then in special cases. Visitors can not reach the summit, not allowed.
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel Pick up and drop off
- Guide service
- Meals
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Meeting / End Points
- How to find our office: When you're in the city center (Kutaisi) at the central square with a big fountain, find a theater building. When you are facing it, head right, turn left and go straight. You'll get at the "Newport" hotel. There is a police building and our travel agency is next to it.
