Church of St. Hypatius of Gagra
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April 27
Walking along old Gagra, we entered the fortress of Abaat (or rather, all that was left of it) and got to the territory of the temple ... a very beautiful, atmospheric place.... Clean, well-groomed ... inside the temple is covered in stone… we got to the service ... the place is really memorable... historical... these walls have been seen so much ... next to the museum and the Abaat teahouse ... I definitely advise you to visit this place ... you will not remain indifferent and read the history of the fortress and the temple....
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June 15, 2024
The temple is completely made of stone. A monument of historical and cultural heritage.
The II century AD is a
special church - completely made of stone, a place with a history. I really liked it from the point of view of architecture and especially the mood from the fact that the church is made of stone both inside and outside. Original. The history of Alan temples
There is a well-groomed area around
An active Christian church in Abkhazia on the territory of the early medieval fortress of Abaat in the city of Gagra.
There is a teahouse nearby
It is located 5 minutes from a public transport stop
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April 27
I discovered another saint on Antipascha! An incredible temple, amazingly kind people at the temple. There is a sense of unity and unshakeable faith! God bless you all through the prayers of Saint Hypatius!
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September 11, 2024
The ancient, strong, powerful Christian Orthodox church is not in very good condition, since the state does not maintain it, so if there is an opportunity to donate something to the maintenance of the Temple, then do not skimp on Those sisters and servants of the Temple whom I saw, like Russians. Few people know about it, because without a car I don't even know how to get here, I came by car. But, nevertheless, sightseeing buses come to the Temple periodically. There are also ancient ruins of some kind of castle next to the Temple... If you are driving, I recommend visiting this place.
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September 14, 2024
An ancient stone temple, approximately VI century..
Surprisingly gracious! The staff are friendly! All Orthodox vacationers in Abkhazia definitely need to visit this holy place!!!
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August 23, 2024
A wonderful PLACE - OLD GAGRA, ABAAT! A very unusual stone CHURCH OF ST. HYPATIUS! WE CAME WITH THE CHILDREN MANY TIMES, BUT IT FEELS LIKE THE FIRST TIME!!! THE ATMOSPHERE IN THE TEMPLE IS UNUSUAL - THE PLACE IS VERY SALTY!!!!
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June 12, 2024
It is a very unusual church because it is made of stone. The inside is still the same stone and no decoration.. It is very atmospheric and cozy..Nearby, the bell tower, also not usually located, stands separately at the temple..
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September 18, 2024
I really liked this place. Accidentally discovered during a walk. I was struck by the powerful cypress crowns at the entrance. The temple itself is made of stone and inside too. You can put candles on, pray.
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May 1
Abbot Abbot Athanasius. The services began on Holy Week at 9:00 a.m. They served daily. Choir on the balcony, candle box on the left side. After the service, the rector invited everyone to a common meal. A living place.
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January 25
The temple is small. But it conquers with its beauty. It feels warm, calm, and peaceful.
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May 7, 2024
A beautiful historical place, preserved in almost pristine condition. Perennial cypresses decorate and add grandeur.
The church is small and active. Services are conducted regularly.
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July 29, 2024
A very beautiful place, despite its shabby appearance inside. The temple is cool and atmospheric. Everyone who goes to Abkhazia by the sea should definitely come here.
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May 11, 2024
An atmospheric place, of course, must be visited, since historical facts are always interesting and allow you to understand a little more closely what events took place in the distant past in different countries.
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June 13, 2024
Services are held at 8:00 and 16:00 in Russian and Abkhaz languages. On the territory there is a refectory, a small museum, a church shop, a souvenir shop.
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October 3, 2024
It's a very atmospheric place... It is a small temple, but very pleasant, kind, and bright. The abbot is wonderful.
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August 24, 2024
A small temple, everything is made of stone inside and out. We went in and touched the story. There is a bell tower next to the temple, the territory is well maintained and beautiful.
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June 18, 2024
A beautiful temple. On the mountain, you need to master the steps, which are steep enough, keep this in mind. From the height there is a magnificent view of the mountains. Large parking lot.
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August 20, 2024
I really liked it. A small church, which is cozy, surrounded by a well-groomed territory, next to a spring.
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November 25, 2024
After visiting this temple, I felt reborn. The walls of this temple are imbued with special power. When I got there, I joined the service. The prayer was read by the priest, so the sound was great. If God willing, I will definitely visit this place again.
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September 19, 2024
A very cozy temple. There is a sense of antiquity and history in the walls themselves. Thank you for the feeling of peace of mind 🙏
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October 27, 2023
The temple is located on the territory of the former fortress of Abaat . Apart from the church, there are no other historical sites (only a cafe and a hotel. There is a cypress alley in the courtyard. Very tall and slender trees.
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June 25, 2024
We have been vacationing in Gagra for the 4th year and always come here. An atmospheric place. And most importantly - the oldest, but functioning temple
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July 29, 2024
An amazing place in terms of energy. Be sure to stop and sit under the meter-high arches. Be at peace (the most appropriate word)
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May 13, 2024
Such temples attract with their history. The place seems to be saturated with energy. You should definitely come and stay at the service, listen to the bells
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July 26, 2024
It's a very beautiful place. Both inside and out. It's just a pity that the temple is actually located on the territory of the hotel. Well, or vice versa.
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November 2, 2023
A cozy, small temple. It has a long history. It is a miracle that it has been preserved in a good shape and place. He is active, services are underway. Its difference is that the bells are not on top, but on the ground. That's the beauty of it.
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July 30, 2023
It's a beautiful place.
We went to the service on Sunday.
An old, beautiful little church.
In the courtyard, an elderly woman was handing out small pieces of consecrated bread.
Lavash (nshkhar) is also distributed in Armenia to everyone who wants. But by planting here, I asked for a piece for my daughter, and I did not wait.The woman sternly and reluctantly replied that it was for the participants...
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December 18, 2024
The temple in honor of the holy Martyr Hypatius of Gangra (a city in Paphlagonia), not Gagra! VI century, small, but cozy, like a home.
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June 24, 2024
A functioning temple. Services are held regularly. Probably one of the most ancient Christian churches in the territory of the former Soviet Union.
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August 11, 2023
A small and beautiful temple. A friendly man suggested where to get shawls and skirts. We were surprised by the air conditioners on the ancient walls). I recommend you to visit.
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April 23, 2024
A miraculously preserved monument of Christian religious architecture of the early Middle Ages.
You touch the ancient walls with trepidation, realizing what a centuries-old memory they carry.
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August 7, 2024
An ancient temple, all in stone. It is very atmospheric and spiritual.
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November 3, 2023
An atmospheric place, like in all the old temples.... You come in and understand: Eternity and Truth. Of course, I recommend to visit
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March 16, 2024
It's a beautiful place. Services are being served, and some prayers are duplicated in Russian and in Abkhaz.
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May 27, 2023
I love this place, I always start my journey from this temple, old man!!! I like to attend Sunday services and holidays
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July 23, 2022
"This is the most primitive, simplest fortress that can only be seen among the churches of the first centuries of Christianity," wrote the Swiss ethnographer Frederic Dubois de Monpere about it.
There are very picturesque places nearby.
Despite the fact that at the moment the Abaat has not been preserved in its original form, the temple located on the territory of the fortress remained untouched. He was not bothered by numerous battles, the change of owners of the fortress and how, after the Crimean War, the Russian military returned to the garrison and turned it into a powder magazine. Of course, not without the help of restorers.
Currently, the fortress of Abaat is a historical monument, and church services have been resumed in the church of St. Hypatius since 2012.
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August 22, 2023
But this Temple, I would even say the Temple is very cozy, small, cozy, the air conditioner works, although it seems to me that with such a thickness of the walls it should not be hot there.
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January 15, 2024
The building is ordinary, those who like the old times will probably appreciate it, you can come and see it, but I was not impressed.
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March 23, 2024
The temple has been standing for fifteen hundred years, hotels and restaurants have already been built around it, but people have not forgotten the road...
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September 12, 2023
It's an amazing place. Hidden from view, but worth finding - a small church and a shop. Inside there is a unique stone altar. I haven't seen this anywhere else.
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January 12, 2024
The ancient temple in Gagra, the place of the top !!! There's also a wonderful restaurant and hotel
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September 3, 2024
I fell in love with this temple! Very cozy
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January 29, 2024
A beautiful place, near the bells, the church is very ancient,
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January 30, 2024
We had lunch next to each other in a cafe, listened to the ringing of bells, everything was cool
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November 15, 2024
For connoisseurs, I liked it.👍
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August 22, 2023
I was surprised by its antiquity and the huge trees that adorn the ancient little alley near the temple
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July 1, 2024
An amazing place with an interesting history!!
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September 30, 2023
The temple was built a long time ago🙏 There are air conditioners inside. The place is saturated with energy.
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February 1, 2022
When I visit Abkhazia, I almost always visit this temple. A very old institution, a beautiful place and wonderful local landscapes, I advise you to visit
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October 31, 2023
A magical salted place! It dates from the 4th-6th centuries! I strongly advise you to visit!
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