Narikala Fortress: the citadel that has watched Tbilisi grow
Narikala Fortress is Tbilisi's ancient citadel, founded in the 4th century. From its walls you enjoy the finest views of the Georg…
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Dariali Gorge: the mythic pass between Georgia and the Caucasus
Dariali Gorge is a stunning canyon with walls up to 1,800 metres in northern Georgia, a strategic pass between Europe and Asia use…
Gergeti Trinity Church: the Georgian church at the foot of Mount Kazbek
Gergeti Trinity Church (Tsminda Sameba) is Georgia's most iconic image: a 14th-century church at 2,170 metres above sea level, wit…
Chalaadi Glacier: trekking to the most accessible glacier in Svaneti
Chalaadi Glacier is the most accessible glacier excursion from Mestia (Svaneti, Georgia): a 3–4 hour round trip through forests an…
Gremi: the ruins of the medieval capital of the Kingdom of Kakheti
Gremi was the splendid capital of the Kingdom of Kakheti in the 16th century until it was destroyed by Shah Abbas I in 1616. Today…
Gudauri: the Greater Caucasus ski resort with breathtaking views
Gudauri is Georgia's best-known ski resort, at 2,200 metres altitude in the Greater Caucasus. Guaranteed snow from December to Apr…
Gveleti Waterfalls: hiking in the Kazbegi mountains
The Gveleti waterfalls, near Stepantsminda (Kazbegi), are a perfect mountain excursion with two spectacular waterfalls and trails …
Hatsvali: Svaneti's small ski resort with views of Mount Ushba
Hatsvali is Svaneti's emerging ski resort in Georgia, accessible from Mestia by cable car. Its views of Mount Ushba and the mediev…
Tbilisi Secret Printing House: where the young Stalin printed the revolution
The Tbilisi Secret Printing House was the clandestine Bolshevik centre operating in the early 20th century. Today it is a surprisi…
Kutaisi: complete guide to the cultural capital of western Georgia
Kutaisi is one of Georgia's oldest cities and the ideal base for Prometheus Cave, Gelati Monastery and Martvili Canyon. Complete g…
Prometheus Cave: Georgia's underground wonder
Prometheus Cave (Kumistavi), discovered in 1984 near Kutaisi, is Georgia's greatest underground attraction: 1.4 km of galleries wi…
Enguri Dam: the colossal Soviet engineering feat in Georgia
The Enguri Dam, at 271 metres, is one of the world's highest arch dams and generates 40% of Georgia's electricity. A monument to S…