Royal House

Dynastie Bagrationi

Des forteresses montagneuses d'Ibérie à la splendeur de Tbilissi, la Dynastie Bagrationi a façonné le destin de la Géorgie pendant plus d'un millénaire – une lignée ininterrompue d'ambition, de résilience et de grandeur tragique.

575–1810CaucasusRoyal HouseOrthodox
Dynastie Bagrationi crest

Quick Facts

Years Active
575–1810
Founder
Guaram I
Region
Caucasus
Religion
Orthodox

Notable Rulers

Documentary Chapters

Timeline

David IV Ascends the Throne

David IV 'the Builder' becomes King of Georgia, initiating a period of sweeping reforms and military revival.

Battle of Didgori

David IV leads Georgian forces to a decisive victory over the Seljuks at Didgori, securing the kingdom's independence and ushering in a golden age.

Queen Tamar's Accession

Queen Tamar becomes the first female ruler of Georgia, presiding over the apex of Bagrationi power and cultural achievement.

First Mongol Invasion

The Mongol armies invade Georgia, marking the beginning of a prolonged era of devastation and fragmentation for the dynasty.

Division of the Kingdom

The unified Georgian kingdom fragments into the separate kingdoms of Kartli, Kakheti, and Imereti, each ruled by rival Bagrationi branches.

Erekle II Unites Kartli and Kakheti

Erekle II unites the eastern kingdoms of Kartli and Kakheti, attempting to restore Georgian unity in the face of mounting foreign threats.

Treaty of Georgievsk

Erekle II signs the Treaty of Georgievsk, placing Kartli-Kakheti under Russian protection in a bid to safeguard the dynasty’s survival.

Annexation by the Russian Empire

Tsar Alexander I formally annexes Kartli-Kakheti, abolishing the Bagrationi monarchy and ending centuries of royal rule.

Restoration of Georgian Independence

Following the collapse of the Soviet Union, Georgia regains its independence, and Bagrationi descendants return to public life, symbolizing enduring national identity.

Guaram I Installed as Prince of Iberia

With Byzantine support, Guaram I is installed as Prince of Iberia, establishing the Bagrationi family's political foothold in the Caucasus.

Ashot I Reclaims Tao-Klarjeti

Ashot I secures control over Tao-Klarjeti, marking the resurgence of Bagrationi power and the beginning of new territorial consolidation.

Crowning of Ashot I as King of Iberia

Ashot I is crowned King of Iberia with Byzantine recognition, formalizing the Bagrationi's royal status and expanding their legitimacy.

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