Tourism infrastructure set up at Ateni Sioni, 7th century Georgian Orthodox church

Tourism infrastructure has been set up near the early seventh century Sioni Orthodox church monastery complex, in the village of Ateni, about 10 km south of Gori.

A pedestrian path and parking lot have been constructed in the area in addition to public toilets.

Photo: Municipal Development Fund.

The number of local, foreign tourists and pilgrims in the monastery complex of Sioni church is constantly increasing, and the existing infrastructure near the monastery could no longer meet the increased demand. After the completion of the project, the tourist infrastructure has been completely reconstructed, which will create favorable conditions for the development of tourism in the region,” says the Municipal Development Fund.

Photo: Municipal Development Fund.

Construction work started in September 2019.

The 1.3 mln GEL project was financed by European Investment Bank.