Chronicle of Georgia

We visited The Chronicle of Georgia, often called "Georgian Stonehenge," on Mount Keeni overlooking Tbilisi. The visibility was poor that day, but the monument was still impressive.

Created by Georgian sculptor Zurab Tsereteli in 1985 but never fully completed, this massive structure features 16 towering pillars, each standing over 30 meters tall. The bronze pillars are truly enormous - this is the most impressive monument I have ever seen.

The pillars are divided into two sections: the bottom parts illustrate scenes from Jesus Christ's life, while the upper sections showcase Georgian royalty and heroes including King Mirian III, Queen Tamar, and poet Shota Rustaveli. Beside the pillars stands a grapevine cross symbolizing St. Nino, who brought Christianity to Georgia in 337 AD, along with a small chapel.

From the top of the large set of stairs, we could see parts of the Tbilisi Sea (an artificial lake built in 1953) and northern Tbilisi, though the poor visibility limited the views. The monument sits in the Nadzaladevi District and can be accessed through Unknown Heroes Street.

Getting there requires some planning as it's not in the central tourist area. The most convenient option is to take a taxi from Tbilisi city center. Alternatively, catch a minibus (marshrutka) from Sarajishvili Metro station. The site is somewhat remote, which probably explains why it remains relatively undiscovered by most tourists despite its significance.

Despite being a significant historical monument that chronicles Georgia's rich heritage, it remains relatively undiscovered by tourists, making it a peaceful spot to visit without crowds. The monument's scale and detailed carvings offer a unique perspective on Georgian history, literature, and the importance of Christianity to the nation.