Otkhta Church (Dort Kilise) The Otkhta Church, also known as Dörtkilise in Turkish, is a Georgian monastery established by King David Kurapalat between 961-965. It is one of the grand cathedrals located in Tao-Klarjeti, alongside Oshki, Ishkhani, and Khakhuli. The term "Otkhta" translates to "from the fourth" and is one of the main historical and cultural regions in north-eastern Turkey and south-western Georgia, based around the Chorokhi and Kura river basins, as well as the upper source of the Aras river. The Otkhta church was initially established as a convent and school and has undergone various renovations, including the addition of a porch, between 978-1001. The religious complex comprises four buildings, namely a belfry, refectory, seminar hall, and chapel. Similar to other monasteries in the region, this medieval monastery showcases the architectural brilliance of the time.