This small single nave church, with a flat chancel and a western annex, is located in the village of Chobani, within the Tsvirmi community. Built in the 10th century, the church is especially notable for its most peculiar architectural treatment of the eastern façade.
Inside, severely damaged painting of the first half of the 12th-century are preserved. These murals belong to the artistic circle of royal painter Tevdore.
As in the Tsvirmi’s Church of the Savior, this painting demonstrates the artistic principles clearly visible in the works of Tevdore. These are evident in the overall conceptual and compositional structure of the ensemble, as well as in the specific modeling techniques used for the figures’ faces and garments, hallmarks of Tevdore’s style.
Noteworthy features include the expressiveness of the figures and the use of pearl-studded halos, which is the motif characteristic of early Svaneti wall painting and creates a peculiar decorative effect.
| Location | The church is located in the lower part of the village, near the ravine |
| The Key Holder | The key is kept at the Tamliani's household , located across from the church |
