ASIA
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Rabati Castle in Akhaltsikhe – Georgia
Rabati Castle in Akhaltsikhe is one of the most unique attractions in Georgia, combining history, culture and extraordinary architecture. The complex, a mixture of styles and eras, is a testimony to the turbulent history of the region and one of the most beautiful examples of renovation of historical buildings in the country. History – Rabati Castle The first mention of the fortress in Akhaltsikhe dates back to the 9th century. For centuries, Rabati was an important political and military center, and its importance increased especially during the rule of the Jakela dynasty in the 13th century. The location at the crossroads of trade routes made the fortress a meeting place…
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Vardzia – Rock City in Georgia
Vardzia – one of the most wonderful and mysterious places in Georgia. It is a rock city-monastery, carved into the slopes of a mountain range along the Mtkwari (Kura) river valley. This extraordinary place, built in the 12th-13th centuries, served as both a monastery and a defensive fortress. Rooms hidden in the rocks, churches, corridors and lots of legends and stories associated with it make Vardzia one of the most valuable monuments in Georgia. History – Vardzia – a rock city in Georgia The construction of Vardzia was started by King Giorgi III in the 12th century as a defensive fortress that was supposed to protect the country against enemy…
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Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque – Abu Dhabi
In the heart of the United Arab Emirates, in the capital of Abu Dhabi, there is one of the most impressive works of contemporary architecture – the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. It is not only the largest mosque in the country, but also a symbol of national identity, peace and unity. Every year it attracts millions of tourists from all over the world who come here to admire its breathtaking beauty and feel the spiritual atmosphere of this place. What makes this mosque so special? History and symbolism of the Great Mosque The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque was built on the initiative of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the…