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Dedoplistskaro or Dedoplistsqaro (Georgian: დედოფლისწყარო, pronounced [dedopʰlistsʼqʼaɾo], literally: Queen's spring) is a town in Kakheti, Georgia with the population of 5,940.
- Spot vultures in Eagle Gorge. The Eagle Gorge Natural Monument is a deep river canyon carved from limestone on the northwestern edge of Dedoplistskaro.
- Climb the precarious steps to Khornabuji Castle. Khornabuji Castle AKA the Fortress of Tamar is a stone ruin hidden in the forest on the eastern side of Eagle Gorge.
- Summit the stairs to St. Elia’s Church for a view. St. Elia’s Church (or St. Elia’s Monastery) is located on the opposite side of Dedoplistskaro on top of the double-peaked St. Elia’s Mountain, a limestone massif surrounded by farmers’ fields and pine groves.
- Visit Big Shiraki, an abandoned Soviet airbase. Located east of Dedoplistskaro on the way to the Vashlovani Protected Areas (see below), Big Shiraki (Didi Shiraki in Georgian) is a military base from the Soviet era that was abandoned in the 1990s.
- Where Is Dedoplistskaro located?
- Dedoplistskaro’S History
- What Is There to See in Dedoplistskaro?
Dedoplistskaro is located on Shiraki Plain, 144 kilometers from Tbilisi and 73 kilometers from Telavi.
Signs of human life in Shiraki Plain have been traced back to the Stone Age. Society here was developed in the Bronze and Iron Ages, as well as the antique and early Christian periods. This is evidenced by ancient settlement ruins of Nazarli, Karsiskalli, and Didi Shiraki Valley, as well as the medieval settlements of Khornabuji and Khoranti. The n...
In Dedoplistskaro, you need to visit Ozaani Amaghleba Church, Machkhaani Archangel Church, and Elia Monastery located on the wide meadow, like a nest on the top of the rocks. If you are interested in historic adventures, a visit to the local museum is essential, where historic documents, jewelry, clay and bronze items, cult sculptures, and many oth...
Dedoplistskaro or Dedoplistsqaro (Georgian: დედოფლისწყაროს მუნიციპალიტეტი, 'Queen's spring') is a municipality of Georgia, in the region of Kakheti. Dedoplistskaro municipality is bordered on the west and north by Signagi Municipality, and to the east and south by Azerbaijan.
Dedoplistskaro is a charming town located in the eastern part of Georgia's Kakheti region. Surrounded by stunning mountain ranges and verdant valleys, it is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Oct 29, 2023 · The village stood witness to the tempestuous era during Georgia’s brief independence from 1918 to 1921. On February 18, 1921, Dedoplistskaro became a battleground, with the invading Soviet Russian forces clashing with Georgian troops. The tragic event resulted in the fall of the Russian commander, Pyotr Kuryshko.
Dedoplistskaro, the Kakheti municipality town is situated on Shiraki Plains, East Georgia and represents the best gateway to Vashlovani National Park.
