The fortress was established in the 4th century and considerably expanded over subsequent centuries. Much of what remains today dates from the 16th and 17th centuries. In 1827, parts of the fortress were damaged by an earthquake and demolished.
Much of the castle is in ruins but there are spectacular views of the city from the battlements. Some of the steps that lead to the top of the walls are steep and narrow and might not be accessible to everyone.
Narikala fortress is hard to climb to the top, but from here you can really feel the history of Tbilisi, even though the walls are not in a great shape. Keep your balance. During the day Narikala fortress gave me the opportunity to observe all sides of Tbilisi, Georgia. It overlooked Mtkvari River, which makes Narikala even more incredible.
Stein Morten Lund, 15 June 2019