HERITAGE RECORD · 708

Historical Monuments of Mtskheta

姆茨赫塔古城

The official record, selection criteria and sourced cultural context.

World Heritage record

The historic churches of Mtskheta, former capital of Georgia, are outstanding examples of medieval religious architecture in the Caucasus. They show the high artistic and cultural level attained by this ancient kingdom.

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Wikidata reference

QIDQ16946829 ↗

Administrative areaQ2266679

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Selection criteria

This property was inscribed under the following World Heritage Convention criteria.

(iii)A unique or exceptional testimony to a cultural tradition or civilisation.

(iv)An outstanding example of a building, ensemble or landscape illustrating a significant stage in human history.

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