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4.8/5 (based on Google user reviews)
User Reviews
Aehsan Samar (7 months ago)
The Mtatsminda Pantheon of Writers and Public Figures is a necropolis in Tbilisi, Georgia, where some of the most prominent writers, artists, scholars, and national heroes of Georgia are buried. It is located in the churchyard around St David's Church "Mamadaviti" on the slope of Mount Mtatsminda and was officially established in 1929. Atop the mountain is Mtatsminda Park, an amusement park owned by the municipality of Tbilisi. Its origin dates back to the Soviet times and it illustrates the contested character of the Mtatsminda Pantheon, Gamsakhurdia had earlier written that "Judas and Christ are mentioned together in every epoch, but nowhere before has it happened that Judas was buried next to Christ. This could only happen in our Georgian Mtatsminda cemetery. The Pantheon was officially opened in 1929 to mark the centenary of Griboyedov's death during his time as the Russian ambassador. The Pantheon was conceived of as a symbol of collective identity of Georgia.Since then, several illustrious Georgians have been buried or reburied there. The Pantheon is administered by the Government of Tbilisi and is frequented by locals as well as the city's visitors.
The Mtatsminda Pantheon of Writers and Public Figures is a necropolis in Tbilisi, Georgia, where some of the most prominent writers, artists, scholars, and national heroes of Georgia are buried. It is located in the churchyard around St David's Church "Mamadaviti" on the slope of Mount Mtatsminda and was officially established in 1929. Atop the mountain is Mtatsminda Park, an amusement park owned by the municipality of Tbilisi. Its origin dates back to the Soviet times and it illustrates the contested character of the Mtatsminda Pantheon, Gamsakhurdia had earlier written that "Judas and Christ are mentioned together in every epoch, but nowhere before has it happened that Judas was buried next to Christ. This could only happen in our Georgian Mtatsminda cemetery. The Pantheon was officially opened in 1929 to mark the centenary of Griboyedov's death during his time as the Russian ambassador. The Pantheon was conceived of as a symbol of collective identity of Georgia.Since then, several illustrious Georgians have been buried or reburied there. The Pantheon is administered by the Government of Tbilisi and is frequented by locals as well as the city's visitors.
yasmine amer (8 months ago)
"I strongly advise against visiting this park due to its numerous shortcomings. The funicular, a crucial mode of transportation, is perpetually under maintenance, resulting in a 20-minute wait per stop with no air conditioning. The park's failure to maintain the tram despite collecting money from visitors is unacceptable. Once inside, visitors are forced to wait in line within a building without air conditioning, and the overpriced drinks only add to the frustration. The games and attractions are neglected, making the park's niceties irrelevant. The theme park appears abandoned, and the prices are exorbitant. Our experience was marred by a 20-minute wait to ascend and a grueling one-hour wait to descend, with staff providing misleading information and showing a lack of organization. The waiting area lacked air conditioning, causing discomfort. When we requested a refund, the staff became hostile. The park's redeeming qualities are its vastness, cleanliness, and lush greenery. However, the toilets are small and lack basic amenities like tissues. The only positive aspect is the access to a nearby church with a scenic view. Adventurous individuals can climb up and down, but beware of the steep hill's potential to cause loss of balance. Overall, this park is a disappointment, and I do not recommend it."
"I strongly advise against visiting this park due to its numerous shortcomings. The funicular, a crucial mode of transportation, is perpetually under maintenance, resulting in a 20-minute wait per stop with no air conditioning. The park's failure to maintain the tram despite collecting money from visitors is unacceptable. Once inside, visitors are forced to wait in line within a building without air conditioning, and the overpriced drinks only add to the frustration. The games and attractions are neglected, making the park's niceties irrelevant. The theme park appears abandoned, and the prices are exorbitant. Our experience was marred by a 20-minute wait to ascend and a grueling one-hour wait to descend, with staff providing misleading information and showing a lack of organization. The waiting area lacked air conditioning, causing discomfort. When we requested a refund, the staff became hostile. The park's redeeming qualities are its vastness, cleanliness, and lush greenery. However, the toilets are small and lack basic amenities like tissues. The only positive aspect is the access to a nearby church with a scenic view. Adventurous individuals can climb up and down, but beware of the steep hill's potential to cause loss of balance. Overall, this park is a disappointment, and I do not recommend it."
Mari Ghazaleh (12 months ago)
There is also a water fountain straight from the mountain the water is cold and very refreshing after the long walk
There is also a water fountain straight from the mountain the water is cold and very refreshing after the long walk
Roman Samkharadze (2 years ago)
I recommend to take a tram to the mountain and then just walk down to monastery. It’s cheaper and very nice walk
I recommend to take a tram to the mountain and then just walk down to monastery. It’s cheaper and very nice walk
John Mc Elv (2 years ago)
Beautiful church situated high above Tbilisi. The views alone are worth going up here for. The church itself is accent and inside cameras are not allowed.
Beautiful church situated high above Tbilisi. The views alone are worth going up here for. The church itself is accent and inside cameras are not allowed.
