Poti Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary

The Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Poti, Georgia, is an important symbol of the city. Built in the early 20th century in the image and likeness of Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, it was conceived as the central point of the city, visible from all sides. In 1923, the cathedral was converted into a theater by the communist government, and its bells were handed over for industrialization. However, in 2005, the cathedral was returned to the Georgian Orthodox Church, restoring its religious significance for the local population.