NARIKALA FORTRESS


Narikala fortress was built at the end of 3th century. The founder of Tbilisi, king of Georgia Vakhtang Gorgasali strengthened its walls and towers in 5th century. By that Narikala has become the main fortificational building of medieval Tbilisi. It has destryed many times by enemies during 1500 year. Especially, by Arabs (7-10th centuries), Turks (16th century), Mongols (13th century) and Persians (17-18th centuries). Nowdays Narikala is retorated and dominates over the capital of Georgia Tbilisi.