Ushguli/Place
A historic church dedicated to the Virgin Mary, standing on a hill above Ushguli with Mount Shkhara in the background.
About this place
Lamaria, also known as the Ushguli Church of the Mother of God, stands on a hill north of Zhibiani village. The basilica-style church, defensive tower and surrounding wall date mainly from the 9th and 10th centuries.
The interior preserves medieval frescoes created in a distinctive Svan artistic style. Visitors can also see old Georgian inscriptions scratched into the walls by worshippers over different historical periods.
The church remains an active religious site and has particular importance during Lamarioba, the local celebration of the Dormition of the Mother of God. Visitors should wear respectful clothing and avoid disturbing services or local ceremonies.
Gallery
Ushguli
~120 min
A collection of high-mountain villages filled with medieval defensive towers, stone houses, narrow paths and traditional Svan architecture.
~45 min
Panoramic viewpoints across Ushguli toward Georgia’s highest mountain and the snow-covered peaks of the Greater Caucasus.
~45 min
A small local museum displaying archaeological and cultural objects connected with the history of Upper Svaneti.
~45 min
Historic fortified structures traditionally associated with Queen Tamar and Georgia’s medieval Golden Age.
Tours
A nine-day cultural and mountain journey across Georgia, combining Tbilisi, Mtskheta, Gori, Uplistsikhe, Kutaisi, Martvili, Racha, Mestia and Ushguli with historic monuments, canyons, wineries and Greater Caucasus landscapes.
An active trekking journey through Georgia combining Mestia, Koruldi Lakes, Mazeri, Adishi, Ushguli, Mtskheta and Kazbegi with mountain hikes, family visits, folklore, local food and panoramic Caucasus landscapes.
An eight-day journey through Georgia combining Tbilisi, Kutaisi, Mestia, Ushguli and Batumi with historic city walks, medieval monasteries, mountain hiking, traditional Svan culture, Black Sea views and Georgian wine tasting.
Custom travel request
Share your dates, group size, preferred regions, interests, and budget range.
Our team reviews each request manually and follows up with a realistic private travel plan.
