In the picturesque region of Samtskhe-Javakheti, in the village of Saro, the majestic Saro Fortress is hidden, standing majestically on a rocky massif. This architectural masterpiece, the personification of the Cyclopean style, dates back to the 2nd-1st millennia AD. flawless dry laying method. The complex includes three fortifications: “Kveubnis tsikhe” - the Lower Fortress, the Upper Fortress and the New Fortress, or as it is also called - the tower. Outside the walls of this amazing place is also hidden the Church of the Archangels.
The walls of the fortress, built on a rocky foundation without the use of a foundation, are impressive with their symmetry and huge, carefully crafted stones. They rise in height, presumably up to three meters, and their width ranges from 1.5 to 3 meters. The lower fortress, located in the very southwest of the village, rises at the edge of the cliff; the next one is the middle fortress, located next to the Church of the Archangels; and the top one, in the form of a tower, has retained its unique architecture in the north.
When looking at Saro from the lower fortress, a stunning view of the Mtkvari (Kury) gorge opens up, mesmerizing with its beauty. Archaeological excavations around the fortress led to the discovery of fragments of ceramics from various eras - from the Mtkvar-Araxes culture of the early Bronze Age to the Middle Ages. The expedition also illuminated the burials of the early stages of the Late Bronze Age and Hellenistic periods, revealing amazing archaeological secrets.
By visiting Saro Fortress, you will immerse yourself in a rich history shrouded in majestic architecture and breathtaking landscapes. This place attracts history buffs, archeology buffs and anyone looking for inspiration in the grandeur of antiquity. Feel the magic of Saro, where the stone walls tell mysterious stories of antiquity and the landscapes leave an unforgettable impression.
