Ertatsminda Cathedral
Religious Site Medieval Georgian Orthodox cathedral near Gori in Shida Kartli
Ertatsminda Cathedral in Shida Kartli is a medieval Georgian church with stone architecture and interior fresco fragments. Visitors come for regional ecclesiastical history and hilltop views over the surrounding plains.
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How to Get to Ertatsminda Cathedral #
Accessible by regional roads from Gori or Tbilisi; driving is the practical option. Local minibuses serve rural routes but schedules vary.
Tips for Visiting Ertatsminda Cathedral #
- Wear sturdy shoes for the uneven churchyard and stone steps.
- Respect services and local customs; photography inside may be restricted.
- Combine with nearby historical sites in Shida Kartli province for a fuller itinerary.
Best Time to Visit Ertatsminda Cathedral #
Best in spring or autumn for comfortable weather and clear access to rural sites.
Weather & Climate near Ertatsminda Cathedral #
Ertatsminda Cathedral's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 27°C. Moderate rainfall (635 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with 93 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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