Maçahel Mosque

Like a mystic a fairyland, the Maçahel mosque will salute you with its lush green Karçal mountains sight, the sound of creeks, and of course the occasional fog in Maçahel village. The outside of this mosque is quite plain, however, the interior of this mosque attracts the tourists' attention as well as the locals! With the influence of the Georgian architecture and paintings, antique french doors and incredible woodwork here is a must-visit. Even though the building date is unknown, based on the warrant written, the locals say that the mosque was built before 1819. Sadly, the mosque collapsed in 1855, but thanks to villagers wood donations and the craftsmen from Arhavi, the mosque was restored. The Maçahel mosque still open to the public and it is used for the Friday prayers.  © iStock/asikkk