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David Garejaa cave monastery complex within the municipality
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What This Place Is
The town of Gardabani itself is industrial, with thermal power plants supplying a significant share of the country's energy. But the municipality also includes semi-desert territory where David Gareja stands — one of Georgia's oldest and most significant monastery complexes, carved into cliffs on the border with Azerbaijan.
These are two different worlds within one municipality's borders: industrial Gardabani and the remote, sparsely populated David Gareja. Tourists usually visit the monastery on day trips from Tbilisi rather than staying in Gardabani itself.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth looking for housing near David Gareja?
The monastery complex itself sits in remote semi-desert terrain with almost no infrastructure — tourists visit on day trips from Tbilisi. It's more realistic to consider the town of Gardabani itself as a functional, industrial location.