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Georgia sightseeing. Travel guide - attractions, sights, nature and touristic places

Tbilisi During its long history, the territory of modern Georgia belonged or was occupied by the Turks, Arabs, Greeks, Mongolians, Russians and Persians. Naturally, this fact had a significant impact on culture of the country, making it very diverse, same as Georgian nature that changes from palms and cypresses in Batumi to northern areas in the Greater Caucasus Mountains.
Things to do in Georgia - active leisure
Georgia offers tourists a huge array of opportunities for active recreation in various areas. One of the most popular among them is mountain tourism. …
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Travellers, who like mountain rest, will enjoy their visit to the Caucasus Mountains and beautiful Mount Kazbeg (5,030m). The most famous destinations of the region are Kazbegi town, Gudauri (a popular ski resort) and the beautiful Khada Valley. Hospitality is traditional in Georgia, so travelers will feel very welcome. Tsminda Sameba is considered a true gem of Kazbegi. This ancient Georgian church is built on a hilltop, from which one can see stunning views of the mountains and the valley.
Continue your observation of the country by visiting Svaneti that is home to Ushguli – one of the oldest settlements in Europe. This place has retained the atmosphere of the medieval period with its old houses. The Upper Svaneti is added to the UNESCO list. Don’t forget to visit the nearby village of Chazhashi to see nearly 200 medieval houses built in an unusual manner. In the past, the houses were used both as living place and as protective posts. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
What you need to know about Georgia prior to visit - advices
1. Before traveling to Georgia, it is worth finding out in advance whether your Country’s currency is accepted at the Georgian exchange offices. The …
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The list of old and interesting cities in Georgia is really long. Kutaisi is, without a doubt, one of them. The main historic attractions of the city include the Bagrati Cathedral built back in the 11th century and the Gelati Monastery built a bit later. The city of Mtskheta is also rich in old churches of the medieval period. Fans of history might be interested in visiting Gori as this is the city where Josef Stalin was born. There are a statue and a museum of Stalin in the center of Gori.
Old Tbilisi Travellers, who like hiking, cycling and walking, are recommended to visit Pankisi Gorge. This is a northern region of Georgia located in the central part of the High Caucasus. During a walk there, you will see the remains of old fortifications, ancient churches and other ruins. Don’t leave Georgia without visiting its capital and largest city – Tbilisi. Here you can make a tour in the Old Town, enjoy the beauty of Tbilisi Sameba Cathedral, visit Freedom Square and Metheki Church, observe old Narikala Fortress and see panoramic views of the city near Mother Georgia statue.
What to see and what to visit in Georgia with children
Georgians honor family values ​​and are famous for their good attitude towards children. This is felt immediately upon arrival in the country. …
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History and Entertainment

In the 12th century BC, there were several ancient states on the territory of modern Georgia. The largest of them were Colchis and Diaohi. Later, they were unified as the Colchis State. It was repeatedly reformed in kingdoms and broadened its territory. In the 1st century AD, the state was a part of the Roman Empire. In the 6th century, Colchis saw the times of bloody battles with Byzantium.
Batumi The history and culture of Georgia have been seriously influenced by other countries. Georgia became completely independent only in 1918. Besides historical attractions, the country is notable for its wellness centers. On the territory, a lot of unique mineral springs were found. Travelers should also visit popular beach resorts, among which the most popular is Ureki. The interesting features of the coastal area of Georgia are beaches with black sand. Such unusual color is a result of a high content of magnetite. This mineral is healing, so recreation on such beaches is in the category of the useful wellness procedures.
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Famous and uniques places in Georgia from our review series

Temple of Tsmind Sameba

From the series “The Most Astonishing Orthodox Churches”
Temple of Tsmind Sameba has placed on the top of the hill of Saint Elias in Tbilisi, Georgia. Its name translates from the Georgian language as the temple of the Most Holy Trinity. This cathedral was built from 1995 to 2002, that’s why we can call it a young one. Its area is about 5 000 square meters, that is rather large for a temple.

This building is the largest in the whole city. Thanks to the good placement, even from every corner of the city you can see it. The main peculiarity of the Temple of Tsmind Sameba is its magnificent appearance while the inner decoration is rather modern. Mostly there was used a typical granite. The temple doesn’t have any decoration, only icons and traditional religious items. The iconostasis is the most luxurious thing in it. There were used precious … Read all

Katskhi Pillar

From the series “The Most Cozy Towns Full of Zen”
In Georgia, fans of spending time in remote places should go to the Katskhi Pillar. This sight is located in the eponymous village. The landmark rises above the ground for 40 meters. The pillar is a limestone monolith with an ancient temple on top of it. The exact date of construction of the temple is unknown. According to rough estimates, it was built no later than the 8th century.

Even in pagan times local residents associated the pillar with the almighty god of fertility. They believed that the rise to the top of the pillar can bring them closer to the divine powers. The first temple had been built on top with advent of Christianity. The shrine has existed for several hundred years and emptied only during the Ottoman invasion. After the military action, first attempts to subdue the … Read all

Bridge of Peace

From the series “The Most Unusual and Strange Bridges on Earth”
In Georgia there are also strange bridges, which are worth seeing for the curious tourists. The Peace Bridge in Tbilisi is one of the most popular urban sights. It stretches over the Kura River and connects the old town of Tbilisi with the new residential areas. The length of the pedestrian bridge, which is characterized by the exquisite design, forms 156 meters.

The bridge is decorated with a large glass canopy that shines like a giant crystal in the sunshine at the time of the day. The bridge design was developed by the famous Italian architect Micele de Lucci. The French designer and lighting designer Phillip Martino designed the decorations. In addition to hundreds of glass panels, the bridge is decorated with 30,000 LED bulbs, which are switched on at nightfall.

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Sightseeing in popular cities of Georgia

Kutaisi
Kutaisi is a beautiful city in west Georgia. It is located on the bank of the Rioni River. The name of this Georgian city derives from the Georgian word “kuato” which means “stone”. Indeed, the city is located in a rocky territory full of stones. Kutaisi is not ... Read further »
Tbilisi
One of the oldest constructions in Tbilisi is the Narikala Fortress. The first written references to it date back to the 5th century. Over the hundreds of years of its existence, the fortress was repeatedly conquered by the Byzantines. It had been also under Arabs for a ... Read further »
Mtskheta
In the past, the Georgian city of Mtskheta was the capital of the country. Nowadays, this settlement occupies a special place in the heart of every Georgian. Mtskheta is famous for its numerous sacred places and cultural attractions. Perhaps, no other city in Georgia ... Read further »
Batumi
In the surroundings of Batumi, there are several unique archeological districts. In one of them, you can see the ruins of the old fortress Gonio Apsaros. The fortress occupied quite a vast territory of 4.5 hectares. All its preserved fragments are very interesting from ... Read further »
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