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Samegrelo-Upper Svaneti

Lamaria Church and Watchtower

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Samegrelo-Upper Svaneti

Lamaria Church and Watchtower

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Lamaria Church and Watchtower

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Location: Samegrelo-Upper Svaneti, Georgia

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1. Ushguli Defensive Towers – Shkhara Glacier loop from Ushguli

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2. Ushguli Svan Towers – Ushguli village center loop from Ushguli

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3. Ushguli Defensive Towers – Lamaria Church in Ushguli loop from Zeskho

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Sarah

May 1, 2021

The Lamaria Church was built in the 10th century and is dedicated to St. Mary. Around it is a rock wall and inside there are frescoes that are slowly weathering. In the middle of the church you can see a fresco depicting Jesus. Usually the interior of the church is lit with candles, which gives it a mysterious touch. Every year on August 28th, people from all over Georgia gather to celebrate St. Mary's Day.

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Michael Aigner

June 20, 2018

The small church from the 11th century and a fortified tower are surrounded by a wall on a hill above Ushguli.

Inside there are remains of frescoes, the church is made of slate and clad with sandstone.
The location together with the defense tower above Ushguli is sensational, and the view is correspondingly beautiful.

The view from the village towards Shkhara is a popular tourist subject.

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kocmoc

June 4, 2020

The impressive architecture of the towers framed by a fantastic mountain backdrop make the place a special piece of earth.
You can start your glacier tour here, parking is also possible.

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Lamaria Church and Watchtower

1. Ushguli Defensive Towers – Shkhara Glacier loop from Ushguli

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