On July 10 Korneli Kekelidze National Center of Manuscripts opened a scientific forum - Kartvelology International Summer School and a special Conference - "Georgian Manuscript", implemented in cooperation with Louvain University with the support of Shota Rustaveli National Science Foundation.

The aim of the forum is to popularize Kartvelological Sciences, to emphasize the significance of Georgian census, to develop collaborative relationships between Georgian and foreign scientists and students.

The event was opened by Director of the National Center of Manuscripts - Zaza Abashidze.

The International School of Kartvelology provides for foreign and Georgian researchers interested in studying the manuscript heritage.

The forum will last until July 20.