⛪ The 13 Assyrian Fathers are a group of 13 prominent saints and ascetics, most of whom were originally from Assyria or other regions of the Near East.
💯 They played a crucial role in the spread of Christianity in Georgia and in the development of Georgian monasticism.
👇 Their lives and works are highly venerated in the Georgian Orthodox Church. Below are the names of the 13 Assyrian Fathers :

1️⃣ Day : Tbilisi - Samtavisi - Ruis-Urbnisi - Breta - Tbilisi
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✔️ Samtavisi Church - Samtavisi  is an eleventh-century Georgian Orthodox in eastern Georgia.
✔️ Urbnisi Church - The Urbnisi cathedral of Saint Stephen the Protomartyr also known as the Sioni Church of Urbnisi was built in 6th-century.
✔️ Ruisi Church - Ruisi Cathedral - is a Georgian Orthodox church in the village of Ruisi, originally built in 8-9th-century.
✔️ Breta Church - Breta Cathedral Built in 6th-century, by Piros of Breta, whose sacred parts remain in the cathedral.
✔️ Ulumbo Monastery - Mikael Ulumboeli is one of the lesser-known (As)Syrian Fathers and we have very little information about his life and death. the monastery was built in 6th-century.

2️⃣ Day : Tbilisi - Zedazeni - Tsilkani - Shio-Mgvime - Tbilisi
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✔️ Zedazeni Monastery - Zedazeni Monastery is a Georgian Orthodox monastery, Saint John founded the Monstery in the 540s. 
✔️ Tsilkani Church and Monastery - Tsilkani Cathedral is a Georgian Orthodox church, originally built in the 4th-century and was repeatedly remodeled in the middle ages.
✔️ Chateau Mukhrani (Winery And Estate) - Palace of Mukhrani - was a seat of the princely House Of Mukhrani. Building was designed in 1873 by the French architects
✔️ Shio-Mgvime Monastery - Shio-Mgvime Monastery - it is a medieval monastic complex in Georgia, near the town of Mtskheta. Built in 6th-century.

3️⃣ Day : Tbilisi - Martkopi - David Gareja - Sighnaghi
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✔️ Martkopi Monastery - A secluded hilltop monastery founded by one of the 13 Assyrian Fathers, offering peaceful surroundings and panoramic views.
✔️ David Gareja Monastery - A rock-hewn Monastic Complex in the semi-desert, known for its ancient frescoes and spiritual significance.
✔️ Sighnaghi • The City Of Love - A charming hilltop town with cobblestone streets, romantic views of the Alazani Valley, and a preserved city wall.

4️⃣ Day : Sighnaghi - Bodbe - Khirsa - Nekresi - Ikalto - Alaverdi - Tbilisi
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✔️ Bodbe Monastery - A peaceful Monastic Complex where Saint Nino, the Enlightener of Georgia, is buried.
✔️ Khirsa Monastery - A 6th-century Monastery known for its serene setting and early Christian architecture.
✔️ Nekresi Monastery - One of Georgia’s oldest monasteries, offering panoramic views and ancient church ruins.
✔️ Ikalto Monastery - A medieval monastery once home to one of Georgia's most important theological academies.
✔️ Alaverdi Cathedral - A majestic 11th-century cathedral surrounded by vineyards, symbolizing Georgia’s deep spiritual and wine-making traditions.

5️⃣ Day : Tbilisi - Mtskheta - Tbilisi
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✔️ Svetitskhoveli Cathedral - A UNESCO World Heritage Site and spiritual heart of Georgia, believed to house Christ's robe. Was completed in 11th-century.
✔️ Samtavro Convent - A sacred site where Saint Nino prayed and Georgian royalty are buried.
✔️ Jvari Monastery - A 6th-century hilltop monastery with breathtaking views over the confluence of two rivers.
✔️ St. Nino’s Spring Church - A small church built around a sacred spring linked to Saint Nino's miracles.
✔️ Holy Trinity Cathedral (Sameba) - One of the largest Orthodox churches in the world and a symbol of modern Georgia.
✔️ Abanotubani (Sulfur Baths) - The historic bath district of Tbilisi, famous for its natural thermal waters and Persian-style domes.
✔️ Metekhi Church - A cliffside Church overlooking The Mtkvari River, tied to Tbilisi’s ancient royal history. was built in 13th-century.

🔰 Also Honoring The Memory Of The 13 Assyrian Fathers And Georgian Saints 🔰

➖ Shio Of Mgvime
➖ Joseph Of Alaverdi
➖ Anton Of Martkopi
➖ Thaddeus Of Stepantsminda
➖ Piros Of Breta
➖ Ise Of Tsilkani
➖ Stephane Of Khirsa (Kiziqi)
➖ Isidore Of Samtavro
➖ Michael Of Ulumbo
➖ Zenon Of Ikalto
➖ David Of Gareja
➖ Abibos Of Nekresi
➖ John Of Zedazeni

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