Skhalta Cathedral

Skhalta Cathedral is a medieval Georgian Orthodox cathedral and monastic complex in the Adjara region of southwestern Georgia, close to the village of Skhalta. It is an example of regional ecclesiastical architecture and remains a focal point for local religious life.

The site comprises a stone-built domed church and adjacent monastic buildings set in a mountainous rural landscape. The complex is compact and visited for its architecture and religious function rather than as a large tourist site.

The cathedral and associated buildings date to Georgia’s medieval period and have seen repair and restoration work in more recent decades as the monastery has been maintained. The complex has served as a local religious centre for centuries.

Skhalta sits in the highlands of Adjara, within Khulo Municipality, in a relatively remote mountain area of southwestern Georgia.

• Access: Located in a remote, hilly part of Adjara with limited visitor facilities; expect unpaved local roads and basic services in the nearby village.

What to See #

• Main cathedral: The principal church is a medieval stone cathedral in the Georgian Orthodox tradition featuring a single main domed nave and associated liturgical spaces.
• Monastic complex: Small monastic buildings and ancillary structures form a compact complex around the church, set in a rural mountain setting.