Old Shuamta
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The Old Shuamta (Georgian: ძველი შუამთა) is a Georgian Orthodox monastery in the Kakheti region. It is located on a forested mountain about 1015 m above sea level, and five kilometers west of the town of Telavi, Georgia.
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Old Shuamta | |
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Religion | |
Affiliation | Georgian Orthodox Church |
Year consecrated | 5th century |
Location | |
Location | Telavi, Kakheti, Georgia |
Geographic coordinates | 41°54′38″N 45°24′22″E |
Architecture | |
Type | Monastery, church, castle |
Style | Georgian |
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