Even though for many centuries the city of Akhaltsikhe and the monastery of Safar was under Turkish rule, the frescoes in the monastery were not destroyed. Faces were not smeared or knocked down. This probably happened because the Turkish (Muslim) rulers came from the same ancient family of Jaqeli and did not want to spoil the heritage of their ancestors. It is noteworthy that the roof of all buildings is made of massive stone slabs. It hasn't been changed for seven centuries.
This day is dedicated to Southern Georgia. The city of Akhaltsikhe, the monastery of Safar We will visit the town of Vardzia, which is considered as a jewel of the queen of Tamara. Millions of stars always shine above the incredible high-altitude largest in Georgia Lake Paravan, where it is still cold and still beautiful. It was an incredible adventure!