Temka's Saint Nicholas Church: A Serene Sanctuary in Tbilisi

Getting There

• Car

  If you're traveling by car, start from the center of Tbilisi and head southwest on Rustaveli Avenue. Continue straight until you reach the intersection with Agmashenebeli Avenue. Turn left onto Agmashenebeli Avenue and follow it for about 5 km. You will then merge onto Davit Aghmashenebeli Avenue (E60). Continue on E60 for approximately 10 km. Take the exit toward Mtskheta/Kvemo Kartli. Follow the signs for Kvemo Kartli for another 20 km until you reach the Tbilisi area. Once in the vicinity, follow the local road signs to Nadzaladevi District. Use a GPS device or a mapping app to navigate to the exact coordinates: 41.7770796 latitude and 44.8224131 longitude. Parking is usually available near the church.

• Public Transportation

  To reach Temka's Saint Nicholas Church via public transport, start by taking a minibus (marshrutka) from Tbilisi's Didube bus station heading towards Mtskheta. The fare is approximately 1 GEL. Once you arrive in Mtskheta, transfer to a marshrutka heading towards Kvemo Kartli. Get off at the stop closest to Nadzaladevi District. From there, you may need to take a taxi for the remaining distance to the church, which should cost around 5-10 GEL depending on the exact distance. Make sure to confirm the drop-off point with the driver, and keep the church's coordinates handy for navigation.

• Taxi

  For a more convenient option, you can hire a taxi directly from Tbilisi to Temka's Saint Nicholas Church. This method is ideal if you're traveling in a group or carrying luggage. Taxis can be booked through various apps or found at taxi stands. The fare can range from 30-50 GEL, depending on traffic and pickup location. Make sure to confirm the price with the driver before starting your journey. Provide them with the coordinates (41.7770796, 44.8224131) or simply ask for Nadzaladevi District.