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Today, we visit the ancient capital and religious center of Georgia – Mtskheta and see its historical places: Jvari Monastery (6th century) and impressive Svetitskhoveli Cathedral (11th century) where the Robe of Christ is buried. Both Jvari and Svetitskhoveli are UNESCO World Heritage sites. Afterwards we visit "Chateau Mukhrani" which dates back to the 16th century. Here still stands the local duke`s palace, as well as possible to see old, historical wine cellars which combine of 60 000 barrels of wine. We will taste the top quality local wines which are famous for being produced by the unique combination of Georgian traditional and world renowned major methods of wine making. Drive to visit the town of Gori – the heart of Kartli region and its historical place: Uplistsikhe Cave Town (1st millennium BC). Uplistsikhe is the place where the Great Silk Road used to pass. This is an old and interesting complex with dwelling quarters, wine-cellars, bakeries, a three-nave basilica church hewn out in rock and even an antic theatre. Drive back to Tbilisi. Overnight at a hotel in Tbilisi.