![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/caucasus2014.jpg "Kazbegi")
In fall 2014, I explored the Caucasus for two weeks. During that time, I was not only hiking in the mountains. I also explored lots of churches and monasteries, some of which were truly spectacular.
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/20141011_125824-1038x576.jpg "Tsminda Sameba Church")
A worthy last day in Georgia
A church high up amidst the mountains of the Great Caucasus – how could the last destination of my stay in Georgia and Armenia be more appropriate? Continue reading A worthy last day in Georgia
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/20141010_125147-1038x576.jpg "Sanahin Monastery")
All churched out in Armenia
The sights in Armenia are more or less limited to churches and monasteries. This could mean that a visit to this country soon gets boring. However, as I only spent three days in Armenia (one of which in Yerevan), and there are some true gems among the Armenian monasteries, I enjoyed my stay nonetheless. Continue reading All churched out in Armenia
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/20141009_170323-1038x576.jpg "Hanrapetutyan Hraparak")
Yerevan, the modern Soviet city
The centre of Yerevan was completely redesigned in Soviet times. Therefore, there is basically no Old Town, but a lot of Soviet architecture. Still, the city feels more modern and westernized than Tbilisi. Continue reading Yerevan, the modern Soviet city
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Uplistsikhe_Stalin.jpg "Uplistsikhe/Stalin")
Stone and Stalin
Today, I went on a day trip to Gori in order to visit the cave city of Uplistsikhe. However, Gori is also known for another reason: It is the birthplace of Iosseb Bessarionis dse Dschughaschwili – better known as Stalin. Continue reading Stone and Stalin
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/20141004_143438-1038x576.jpg "Gelati Monastery")
Places of Worship in Kutaisi
Religion is very important in Georgia. So, it is only natural to visit some places of worship. Continue reading Places of Worship in Kutaisi
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/20141003_145943.jpg "Great Caucasus near Mestia")
Svaneti and the Great Caucasus
Before my trip, I was often asked why I go to Georgia. The mountains of the Great Caucasus were one of the main reasons – and they are indeed breathtaking! Continue reading Svaneti and the Great Caucasus
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/20140929_150742-1038x576.jpg "David Gareja")
A visit to a monastery without illegal border crossing
Today I visited the monastery David Gareja close to the Georgian-Azeri border. Continue reading A visit to a monastery without illegal border crossing
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/20140927_115823-1038x576.jpg "Tbilisi")
The two sides of Tbilisi
I am in two minds about Tbilisi: On the one hand, there are some charming little streets that are very inviting for a stroll. On the other hand, there are also areas where the city is stinky and loud. Continue reading The two sides of Tbilisi
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/2014-09-19.jpg "Friday Night Skating")
Happy Anniversary, FNS!
Today is the 250th Friday Night Skating! Of course, I am participating – along with a record crowd of three to four thousand skaters and bikers.