Khertvisi Fortress On A Steep Cliff 0187 Stock Photo

In the Middle Ages, one of the trade routes from China and other Asian countries to Europe passed along the Kura Valley. Dozens of fortresses were built along this path in Georgia. Unfortunately, most of these fortresses are now destroyed. Khertvisi fortress is relatively well preserved. The walls of the fortress stand on a solid rock foundation, on a steep, picturesque cliff.