Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin, Tbilisi Church
Orthodox cathedral in Tbilisi with historic iconography
Tbilisi's Cathedral of the Assumption (Sioni) occupies a hill in the old city; pilgrims and visitors come for Orthodox services, medieval frescoes and views over the Kura River.
Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin, Tbilisi at a Glance#
Address: Tbilisi, Georgia
Admission: Free (donations welcome)
How to Get to Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin, Tbilisi#
The cathedral is located within central Tbilisi; taxis are inexpensive and frequent. Many visitors combine a cathedral visit with walks to the nearby Narikala Fortress and the sulfur-bath district. From Tbilisi International Airport, expect a 20-30 minute taxi ride depending on traffic.
Tips for Visiting Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin, Tbilisi#
- Go for evening Vespers to experience the cathedral filled with local singers and incense.
- Note the worn threshold stones at the entrance-small details that reveal centuries of foot traffic.
- Combine the visit with a stroll down the old city streets toward the Narikala Fortress for panoramic views of Tbilisi.
Best Time to Visit Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin, Tbilisi#
Spring and autumn are ideal for combining a cathedral visit with Tbilisi's hilltop sights and neighborhood cafés.
Weather & Climate near Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin, Tbilisi#
Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin, Tbilisi's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 31°C. Moderate rainfall (531 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | -2° - 5° | 1° | 22 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 1.4 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.4h |
| February | Acceptable | -1° - 7° | 1° | 29 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 1.8 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.5h |
| March | Acceptable | 2° - 11° | 5° | 37 mm | overcast | 61% | 1.9 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 7° - 19° | 13° | 52 mm | overcast | 61% | 1.9 m/s | 1.0 high | 13.2h |
| May | Very Good | 12° - 23° | 17° | 79 mm | overcast | 60% | 1.9 m/s | 1.5 high | 14.4h |
| June | Very Good | 15° - 27° | 21° | 86 mm | partly cloudy | 52% | 1.7 m/s | 1.9 very high | 15.0h |
| July | Excellent | 19° - 31° | 25° | 48 mm | partly cloudy | 47% | 1.7 m/s | 2.0 very high | 14.7h |
| August | Excellent | 18° - 30° | 24° | 43 mm | partly cloudy | 46% | 1.6 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.7h |
| September | Excellent | 14° - 25° | 20° | 34 mm | partly cloudy | 56% | 1.6 m/s | 1.2 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 9° - 19° | 14° | 42 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 1.4 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Good | 4° - 12° | 8° | 35 mm | partly cloudy | 70% | 1.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.7h |
| December | Acceptable | 0° - 7° | 3° | 24 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 1.4 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.1h |
