Khandzta
Khandzta (Georgian: ხანძთა, Georgian pronunciation: [χandztʰa]) was a medieval Georgian monastery founded by Gregory of Khandzta in 782 AD. It has been identified as probably being the ruined monastery known as Porta, in Pırnallı village, Artvin province, Turkey.
| Khandzta | |
|---|---|
The site in 2010 | |
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Georgian Orthodox Church |
| Year consecrated | 782 |
| Status | not active |
| Location | |
| Location | Artvin province, Turkey |
Shown within Turkey | |
| Geographic coordinates | 41.2463°N 42.0708°E |
| Architecture | |
| Founder | Gregory of Khandzta |
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