The majestic building of the Orthodox Church in the historical center of Batumi, opposite the Piazza square. The current church, Liturgy on Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday, on Thursday- the Akathist of St.To Nicholas (at 1 p.m.). Morning service at 9 a.m., evening service at 16 p.m. In order to receive Communion at the Liturgy, it is necessary to confess after the previous evening service. The priests are very kind, attentive, in general the atmosphere is friendly between parishioners and visitors, on day 1 I came in jeans, there were also women without hats at the service, no one allowed themselves to comment. To pour holy water, it is better to bring a bottle with you and turn to the altar, fill it in the altar room. Candles can be purchased at the Temple, from 0.3 lari to 1.5 lari. It was pleasant to hear prayers not only in Georgian, but also in Russian during the Liturgy. Only the warmest impressions, thank you!
For every believing pilgrim, there is a special place that becomes the subject of his visit. In Batumi, this is the church of St. Nicholas.
I didn't have a chance to attend the service, but I went there with a guide. This place is prayed for and blessed.
I remember from the tour that the temple was built during the Turkish rule in the XIX century. At that time, Orthodox churches in the territory of Adjara were abolished and destroyed. The Sultan gave permission for the construction of the temple, but ordered that upon its completion the temple remain voiceless. For several years there was no bell on the temple. Currently, in the old part of Batumi, two amazing sounds can be heard every morning: first the call of the muezzin, and then the chiming of the bells of St. Nicholas Church. This creates a unique cacophony.
An interesting place in the old town is quiet and grace, although it is located in a passable place in the city, you can go buy the goods you are interested in
I couldn't help but visit the church of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker, whom I revered. There is a homely atmosphere in the Temple. Many parishioners know each other and greet each other warmly. Radio broadcasting service - I've never been to one before.
For the first time in my life, I was not allowed to go to church with an ordinary city backpack. I'm surprised. Not just to take it off, no, it was suggested to leave it outside against the wall. Well, no one will take it away, right?
Thanks to the young man standing at the entrance. The impression of the temple is ruined forever. I have never seen such obscurantism in any church or in any country.
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June 13, 2024
There is only one minus, it takes a long time to go if you have settled far away))), in my opinion, the only Temple in Batumi where the service is held simultaneously in both Russian and Georgian
A wonderful temple. The service is conducted with elements in the Church Slavonic language (which is rare for Georgia as a whole), since there are Russian-speaking parishioners.