Chronicles of Georgia: A Monumental Tribute to Georgian History
Discover Georgia's past etched in stone at this monumental tribute offering panoramic views of Tbilisi and its surrounding landscape.
The Chronicles of Georgia, also known as the History Memorial of Georgia or the 'Georgian Stonehenge', is an imposing monument overlooking the Tbilisi Sea. Created by Zurab Tsereteli, construction began in 1985, but it was never fully completed. The site features massive pillars depicting key figures and events in Georgian history and Christianity.
A brief summary to Chronicles of Georgia
- QRC6+65V, Chronicles of Georgia Temqa, Tbilisi, Nadzaladevi District, GE
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Visit in the late afternoon for the best lighting, as the monument faces west, providing excellent conditions for photography.
- Wear comfortable shoes as the area is wide and slightly hilly, requiring some walking.
- Bring water with you, as there are no shops or stalls nearby.
- The site is open 24/7 with no entrance fee, making it accessible at any time.
- Be respectful as it is considered a calm and sacred place.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Tbilisi city center, take the Metro Line 1 (red line) to Ghrmaghele station. Exit the station and take Bus #360 (previously #60). The bus stop is located on the same side of the road as the metro exit. Ride the bus for approximately 20 minutes until you see the Chronicles of Georgia. Alight at the Cadet Corps station and walk the remaining 850 meters (10-15 minutes) to the monument. The total fare for the metro and bus is 1 GEL.
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Taxi
From Freedom Square, a taxi to the Chronicles of Georgia costs approximately 20-25 GEL when booked through Bolt or another taxi app. The journey takes around 30-40 minutes, depending on traffic. Alternatively, take the metro to Ghrmaghele station and then order a Bolt taxi to take you up the hill for around 10 GEL.
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