Khvilisha Church

Khvilisha Church is a significant archaeological and architectural site, representing the early Post-Classical Period in Georgia. Likely constructed in the 9th century CE, it stands on the southern outskirts of the village of Aspindza in the Samtskhe-Javakheti region. The church is a testament to the Georgian Orthodox architectural style of that era. In the 1970s, the church underwent a significant renovation, which involved reconstructing collapsed sections of its upper walls and a missing vault, preserving its historical and cultural value. This site not only reflects the religious practices of the time but also showcases the architectural techniques used in early medieval Georgia. It remains a notable example of Georgian ecclesiastical architecture and continues to be a point of interest for both religious and historical studies.