Mt Kazbegi, Georgia

Gergeti Trinity Church is a popular name for the Holy Trinity Church near the village of Stepantsminda in Georgia. The church is at an elevation of 7120 feet sitting under Mount Kazbek. Just 6 miles from the Russian border this is a very peaceful refuge for religious travelers looking g to do the 90 minute trek up the mountain to the famous chirch from the 14th century. This indeed is a beautiful part of Georgia not to be missed. Apparently the road to Russia is lined with 18wheelers in the hundreds which we passed. Many have to wait 3 weeks to cross the border from Georgia to Russia with their goods. We saw over 100 pulled over on the high mountain roads waiting their turn. In the nearby village of Stepantsminda sit many hotels and rooms for hikers to rent. We stopped at the 5 star hotel Rooms for a coffee and a scenic view. It was pleasant to watch the thick smog roll down from the mountains and cover the base of the valley.Read more