Destination

Opiza Manastiri

The monastery has no inscription that has survived to the present day. According to information obtained from written sources, the structures here were first established by King Vahtang Gorgaslan (449-499), who made Ardanuç Castle the center of the Kingdom of Iberia. It was destroyed during the raids of Muslim Arabs on the region in the VII. century. Later, by Priest Gripor Kanzda, from the Bagratlı Kings, I.

Ardanuç, Artvin

Opiza Manastiri and 6 places around it

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Opiza Manastiri

Highlights

  • Faith heritage

Good for

  • Heritage walks

Suggested visit:45 minutes

Last updated: 19 October 2026

Location and surroundings

Opiza Manastiri sits within Ardanuç, Artvin. The toroti catalogue holds 74 described stops across Artvin, 14 of them in Ardanuç.

The nearest stop is Porta Manastiri, 4.1 km to the northeast. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.

The Trabzon – Artvin route passes 14 km away, so this works as a stop along the drive.

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Other places nearby

Porta Manastiri4.1 km to the northeastDolishane Kilisesi9.5 km to the southwestFerhatli Kalesi10 km to the southCehennem Deresi Kanyonu10 km to the southBerta Yaylaları10 km to the northwestArdanuç / Gevhernik Kalesi11 km to the south

Routes that pass close by

Trabzon – Artvin14 km

Frequently asked

What is Opiza Manastiri?
The monastery has no inscription that has survived to the present day. According to information obtained from written sources, the structures here were first established by King Vahtang Gorgaslan (449-499), who made Ardanuç Castle the center of the Kingdom of Iberia. It was destroyed during the raids of Muslim Arabs on the region in the VII. century. Later, by Priest Gripor Kanzda, from the Bagratlı Kings, I.
Where is Opiza Manastiri?
Opiza Manastiri is in Ardanuç, Artvin.
How long does it take to visit Opiza Manastiri?
The suggested visit time for Opiza Manastiri is about 45 minutes.
What else is there to see near Opiza Manastiri?
toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Opiza Manastiri; the closest are Porta Manastiri, Dolishane Kilisesi, Ferhatli Kalesi.
Is Opiza Manastiri on the way anywhere, and which route?
Opiza Manastiri lies 14 km from the Trabzon – Artvin route, close enough to add to that drive with a short detour.