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Cities and towns of Georgia on one big map

There is one country in the Caucasus, which seems to be ordinary, but constantly attracts tourists with its beauty. There is the sea, there are magnificent mountains, ancient cities with thousands of sights. The country has developed its own traditions, and the local cuisine is the best in the world. The wine that the locals make is a miracle of miracles. How do they celebrate holidays? In general, if you have not yet guessed which country we are talking about, then we will call it - this is Georgia. When going here on vacation, you should think carefully about which city or which mountains to go to. It's not an easy choice, it's good and beautiful everywhere. And in order to think it over carefully and make the right choice, we made just such a map of Georgia with all the cities and towns, resorts and attractions. The map is very detailed, and you can take it on a trip if you plan to travel around the country itself. In general, watch and enjoy.

You have probably noticed that Europeans and residents of the whole world call Georgia none other than Georgia. And do you know why that is? The thing is that St. George is a very popular saint in these parts. People worshiped him worship until now. In the Middle Ages, there were more than 360 churches of St. George in the country, and many have survived to this day.
In Russia and a number of other countries, Georgia is called Georgia, and nothing else. This name comes from the Arabic-Persian - Gurzan, which means: the country of wolves.
No matter how and whoever calls this country, it is still beautiful and unique. And having been here once, you will want to visit it again.

Interactive map of Georgia

This card is very handy. It is interactive and can be moved and moved. To get a better view of any place, simply zoom in on the map to the maximum and then you can easily see large cities, city streets and small villages.

Capital of Georgia

The capital of Georgia is beautiful and beautiful Tbilisi. The city was founded in the fifth century AD and is now the largest and most populated city countries. Geographically, Tbilisi is located between Europe and Asia, therefore, wars have started here more than once because of the geographical location. Always different nations dreamed of capturing the city and owning this strategic place.
According to the latest census, one million one hundred thousand inhabitants live in the capital of Georgia. The city is constantly being built and rebuilt. But the main ancient sights have been preserved and restored. Now almost one hundred thousand tourists come to Tbilisi every year. And every year the tourist flow to the city is increasing.

Map of Georgia for tourists

We suggest you download and save an interesting map for a tourist. The map shows the main resorts of the country, and the drawings show what makes this or that region so attractive. With such a map, you can easily organize a trip around Georgia on your own and see it in all its glory.

Main cities of Georgia

There are other large cities in Georgia besides Tbilisi. For example, this is Kutaisi, which the residents themselves call the city of May and roses.
According to archaeologists, Kutaisi was founded in the fifth century BC, and it turns out that it is ten centuries older than the modern capital of Georgia. Now the population of the city is about 150 thousand people. Over the past decades, there has been a trend towards a decrease in the population of the city. Many residents try to move to the capital, while others leave the country altogether.
The next major city in the country is Batumi. It is also the largest port of Georgia and is located on the Black Sea coast.
Batumi has an old historical city center and a modern area with skyscrapers. The city receives a huge amount of rainfall. It rains more often than the sun shines. About 150 thousand people live in the city, and the population has remained almost unchanged for several decades.

Map of Georgia with landmarks

Georgia on the world map

Georgia detailed map

Georgia map

Georgia on the world map is located in several regions: in the Middle East, Western Asia and Eastern Europe. Geographically, the country is located in the central and western parts of Transcaucasia. Administrative map Georgia will show that the state borders on Armenia, Azerbaijan, Russia and Turkey.

Thanks to its access to the Black Sea, the country is an attractive tourist power. A detailed map of Georgia will show many resorts and unique protected areas. In total, there are eight national parks and fourteen nature reserves in the country. The map of Georgia with sights contains a large number of ancient monasteries, cathedrals, as well as entire cities that are considered monuments of culture and architecture.

In the capital of the country, Tbilisi, you can visit museums, entertainment venues, cafes and restaurants. A map of Georgia will help you decide on excursions. To visit more interesting places worth renting a car.

A map of Georgia in Russian from Arrivo will help you navigate freely around the country.

Many of the descriptions of the maps of Georgia in Russian below will give you the opportunity to choose the one that will help you find the place you are looking for. One makes it clear to the reader the location of all the cities, towns and villages of Georgia, while the other map of Georgia will show us historical sights and other tourist sites. You will still find what you are looking for.

satellite map

On this moment there is no real-time map of Georgia, but we can offer a version that has earned great confidence from the whole world.

The Google Maps service from Google provides an opportunity to see a high-quality interactive image of the area taken by a satellite from the Earth's orbit. The solid white line marks the administrative boundaries of the territories; when approaching, one can clearly see cities, villages, streets and houses.

To get a closer look at a specific area in a specific place, you need:

• Move the cursor over the image of the earth's surface and rotate it using the mouse wheel;
• Double-click the left mouse button in the desired location to zoom in on the map;
• Use the "+", "-" buttons at the bottom of the GoogleMaps window.

Tip: "To switch from satellite mode to city mode (simple) and back, you need to click on the button in the corner of the 'GoogleMaps' window."

Tourist card

Tourist areas, historical monuments, sights of Georgia are marked on maps of this type.

Each region has its own wealth: somewhere the national treasure is wine, somewhere mountains. Other regions are famous for the sea, hunting, tangerines.

Georgian resorts are displayed on one of the types of tourist maps. It is here that all lovers of the sun and the salty sea come together. The abundance of all kinds of excursions here can not but rejoice.

Geographic (physical) map with the location of cities and towns
The names of all cities and other villages on such maps of Georgia are written in Russian. If necessary, you can download the map to a personal computer, mobile phone and any similar device and analyze it in any offline graphics editor.

Road map

This section is intended for auto travelers in Russia. Before driving to Georgia, it will not be superfluous for drivers to familiarize themselves with the Georgian road network in order to understand how and where to get there. Please note: the roads for a jeep and a passenger car are marked in the same color, so a passenger car may not always be able to drive along such roads without consequences.

Usually, time-tested roads are highlighted in red, on which you can accelerate well and where any car will pass without problems, regardless of its size. The yellow color also indicates good roads, but their quality is lower than high-speed ones.

Black sea coast

Along the Black Sea coastline, the length of which is 94.5 km (on the territory of Georgia), there are a large number of large and medium-sized towns, where in the summer season there is no end to tourists. If you have settled in one of these places and do not know where you are, it is recommended to open a map of the coast of Georgia in Russian and find your town.

Tip: “Don't overlook the unevenness of the mountain surface if you prefer to travel by car. There are no gas stations here. Therefore, it is recommended to refuel to the maximum in front of such areas. All gas stations are also marked on similar guidebooks of the coastal zone of Georgia.”

Any traveler simply needs the above set. In skillful hands, each of them will help you find your way to the hotel, and to the nearest gas station, and generally anywhere.

(Republic of Georgia)

General information

Geographical position. Georgia is a state in the Transcaucasian region. In the west it is washed by the waters of the Black Sea. In the north it borders on Russia, in the south - on Azerbaijan, Armenia and Turkey. Georgia includes two autonomous republics: Adzharia and Abkhazia and the autonomous region of South Ossetia.

Square. The territory of Georgia occupies 69,700 sq. km.

Main cities, administrative divisions. The capital of Georgia is Tbilisi. Largest cities: Tbilisi (1,353 thousand people), Kutaisi (236 thousand people), Batumi (137 thousand people), Sukhumi (120 thousand people). Georgia includes 65 regions, as well as the autonomous republics of Abkhazia and Adzharia, and the autonomous region of South Ossetia.

Political system

Georgia-republic. The head of state is the president. The legislative body is Parliament.

Relief. Most of the territory of Georgia is covered with mountains, about a third is occupied by dense forests. The main ridge of the Caucasus Mountains forms the northern border of the country, there are also highest points Georgia, the main of which is Mount Shkhara (5068 m). Small Caucasian Range takes southern part Georgia, but here the height of the mountains rarely exceeds 3,000 m.

Geological structure and minerals. The bowels of the country contain rich reserves of manganese, iron and copper ores, insignificant - coal and oil.

Climate. The climate of Georgia depends on the region: subtropical in the Colchis Valley and on Black Sea coast and continental in mountainous areas.

Inland waters. The main rivers are Kura, Rioni; lakes - Paleostomi, Ritsa, Aletkel.

Soils and vegetation. The soils are red soils, yellow soils, chernozems, etc. About 40% of the territory is occupied by forests. There are 15 reserves in Georgia, the main of which are: Lagodekhi - with broad-leaved forests, subalpine and alpine meadows.

Animal world. In Georgia, there is a tour, a mountain goat, a bear, a deer, a roe deer, a lynx, many birds, and there are snakes.

Population and language

The population of the country is about 5.109 million people. The ethnic composition is very diverse - almost 100 different ethnic groups, in particular Georgians -

70.1%, Armenians - 8.1%, Russians - 6.3%, Azerbaijanis - 5.7%, Ossetians - 3.0%, Abkhazians -1.8%, Kurds, Adzhars, Greeks. Languages: Georgian (state), Russian.

Religion

Georgian Orthodox Church - 65%, Russian Orthodox Church -10%, Islam - 11%, Armenian Orthodox Church - 8%.

Brief historical outline

From the 6th century BC e. Georgia was a Greek colony: its western region was called Colchis, the eastern one was Iberia.

IV century. BC e. Georgia was united into a single kingdom. IV century. n. e. Christianity came to the country.

In the 7th century Georgia was conquered by the Arabs, and in the XI-Turks-Seljuks. King of Georgia David II in the XII century. expelled the Turks and restored independence.

However, in the XIII century. Georgia was conquered by the Mongols, and later it fell under the rule of Iran and the Ottoman Empire.

In the middle of the XVIII century. the Kingdom of Georgia was proclaimed, which in 1801 became part of the Russian Empire.

In 1918, Georgia regained its independence, in 1922 Georgia, together with Armenia and Azerbaijan, became part of the Transcaucasian Soviet Federative Socialist Republic, and in 1936 became a union republic within the USSR.

In April 1991 Georgia declared independence.

Brief economic essay

Leading industries: food (including tea, canning, wine-making sub-sectors; production of tung, fragrant essential oils, bottling mineral waters), light, mechanical engineering, chemical, petrochemical and oil refining, ferrous metallurgy. Extraction of manganese ores, coal, non-ferrous metal ores, barite. The Black Sea regions of Georgia specialize in the production of tea, citrus fruits, bay leaves; in the eastern part of Georgia, the leading role belongs to viticulture, fruit growing is developed. Grain crops (wheat, corn, barley). The main branches of animal husbandry are meat and dairy cattle breeding, sheep breeding, pig breeding, and poultry farming. Gas pipelines from North Caucasus and Azerbaijan.

The monetary unit is lari.

A Brief Outline of Culture

Art and architecture. Tbilisi. Cathedral of Sioni (5th century); monastery of st. David 6th century; Anchiskhat Basilica (VI-VII centuries). Kutaisi. Temple of Bagrat (X-XI century). Mtskheta. Patriarchal Cathedral of Svetitskhoveli (X-XI century). Gelati. Gelati Monastery (beginning of the XII century), the building of the Academy (XII century).

Literature. Shota Rustaveli (XII century) - the author of the poem "The Knight in the Panther's Skin", included in the treasury of world literature; anticipated the humanistic ideas of the Early Renaissance, became the founder of the new Georgian literary language; Alexander Chavchavadze (1786-1846) - the founder of romanticism in Georgian poetry ("Lake Gokcha", "Caucasus").

You can talk about the splendor and diversity of Georgia endlessly. It is difficult to explore the country in one trip, but it is quite possible to get to know each other and undoubtedly fall in love.

Sputnik Georgia will talk about some of the most popular and beautiful sights in Georgia, although it is almost impossible to list everything.

City carved into the rock

One of the most interesting sights of Georgia is the unique Vardzia cave complex. This outstanding cultural monument was erected in the XII-XIII centuries at an altitude of 1.3 thousand meters above sea level, in the south-east of Georgia, not far from Akhaltsikhe (Samtskhe-Javakheti region).

A huge cave complex, located on several tiers, was created during the reign of Queen Tamara. There are 15 temples, many caves, underground tunnels and hundreds of large and small halls. In this monastery the holy queen spent last years life.

most popular resort

You can relax, get medical treatment and enjoy the beauties of nature at the balneological and climatic resort of Borjomi, which is located in the gorge, among the majestic Caucasian mountains and coniferous forests in the Samtskhe-Javakheti region, at an altitude of 850 meters above sea level.

Mineral water is used for diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, biliary tract, kidneys, metabolic problems and in the form of baths - for cardiovascular diseases, diseases of the nervous system and respiratory organs.

The resort is visited annually by several tens of thousands of tourists.

The indisputable advantages of the resort and the healing properties of water, which were discovered more than 1.5 thousand years ago, were also appreciated by the Russian emperor. By his decree, in 1892-1895, a Moorish-style villa was built in Likani (on the territory of Borjomi), the Romanov Palace, which, after repairs, will be converted into a museum.

City where marriage is registered around the clock

Sighnaghi is a small fortress town in the Kakheti region, founded in the 17th century. It became a kind of tourist brand of Georgia after restoration in 2007. Beautiful streets, cozy cafes and restaurants attract tourists all year round, both local and foreign. From the watchtowers of the fortress there is an amazing view of the Alazani valley.

Photo: courtesy of Liza Shelia

In addition to the historical value, the city has another important advantage that attracts romantics and lovers - here you can register a marriage at any time of the day. Therefore, Sighnaghi is called the city of love.

The last refuge of the enlightener

Two kilometers from Sighnaghi is the Bodbe Monastery, founded in the first half of the 4th century, immediately after the death of St. Equal-to-the-Apostles Nina, the Enlightener of Georgia. She chose this place as her final resting place. The relics of St. Nina are kept in the monastery.

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A cathedral was erected over the grave of the Saint in the name of the heavenly patrons of Georgia - George the Victorious and Nino - a three-aisled basilica of the 9th century. Currently, the largest convent in Georgia operates at the temple.

In the north-east of the monastery in the gorge is the source of St. Nino (Ninos Tskaro) with healing water, where a bath is built and you can take ablutions.

A masterpiece of Georgian art

One of the most beautiful places David Gareji monastery complex, which is located in the Kvemo Kartli region on the border with Azerbaijan, is recognized in the world. David Gareji, which is considered a masterpiece of Georgian art, is located in the desert steppe.

The history of the complex began in the 6th century, when one of the 13 Syrian fathers named David settled in the Gareja cave on the slopes of a small gorge and soon founded the first monastery there - the Lavra of David. David Gareji, which consists of about 20 monasteries carved into the rocks, is listed world heritage UNESCO.

Where was the Golden Fleece kept?

Story ancient city Nokalakevi (region of Samegrelo - Zemo Svaneti) goes back to Greek myths. Some historians claim that it was on the site of Nokalakevi, which means “the place where the city was” in Georgian, that the mythical city of Aya was located, from where Jason and the Argonauts stole the Golden Fleece with the help of Medea.

Alexey Mukhranov

Archaeological excavations on the territory of Nokalakevi have found several traces of various civilizations. The ruins of ancient palaces, Christian churches, baths and underground tunnels have also been discovered and preserved here.

The Nokalakevi Museum-Reserve is located 17 kilometers from the city of Senaki near the Tekhura River. Today, there is an archaeological museum, which presents artifacts found on the territory of the city, dating back to the 2nd millennium BC.

For those who are tired of civilization

For lovers of traveling with a backpack behind Borjomi-Kharagauli national park offers hiking, horse riding, cycling, educational and cultural tours. The park, which is eastern part mountain system of the Lesser Caucasus, has two visitor centers - in Borjomi (Samtskhe-Javakheti region) and in Kharagauli (Imereti region).

Tourist routes range from 400 to 2,642 meters. One-day and multi-day tours are possible throughout the year. The trails are landscaped and equipped with markings, there are specially designated places for picnic and camping, as well as for making fire.

The total area of ​​the Borjomi-Kharagauli park is 85.1 thousand hectares. Traveling through the territory of the park, you can meet 64 species of mammals, eight of which are included in the "Red List" of Georgia, as well as 217 species of migratory and living birds, of which 13 species are included in the "Red List" of Georgia.

prehistoric natural wonder

Among the most popular natural attractions of Georgia is the Okatse Canyon, located in the gorge of the river of the same name, 50 kilometers from the city of Kutaisi (Imereti region).

The canyon is 16 kilometers long and over 50 meters deep. The highlight of the canyon is a narrow suspension bridge with a length of more than one kilometer, which will be appreciated by lovers of picturesque natural landscapes, adventures and thrills. According to scientists, this natural miracle has a million years.

In the canyon, which was given the status national park in 2011, many lakes and waterfalls. The three-cascade Kinchkha waterfall, one of the highest in Georgia, is especially beautiful. The height of the first cascade is about 25 meters, the height of the second reaches 70 meters, and the third - about 35 meters.

The biggest cave in Georgia

The most visited and popular cave in Georgia is the Prometheus Cave, which is also the largest. Its length is more than 20 kilometers, but only 1420 meters are open to the public. The cave is located 20 kilometers from Kutaisi (Imereti region).

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In the cave you can see stalactites and stalagmites unusual shape, petrified waterfalls and stone curtains. The area of ​​the cave is 46.6 hectares. The Prometheus Cave differs from other caves in its wide corridors - the maximum width reaches 25-30 meters, and the height is 20-25 meters.

There are 17 halls of different sizes in the cave complex. The length of some of them reaches 80-100 meters. In the caves you can swim in boats and walk.

Center for Scientific Thought of Medieval Georgia

The Gelati monastery complex, the center of church and cultural life, was founded by King David IV the Builder in 1106 and became his tomb.

Gelati Monastery is located a few kilometers east of the city of Kutaisi (Imereti region).

The monastery complex consists of three temples and a bell tower. On the territory of the monastery there is also the building of the Gelati Academy - the center of Georgian scientific thought in medieval Georgia. Gelati Monastery is also famous for its medieval sundial. According to legend, King David himself determined the time using them.

Almost all the kings of the Golden Age are buried in the Gelati monastery, as well as several kings of Imereti - Solomon I and Solomon II. Since 1994, the Gelati monastery complex has been included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Pride of the heart of Adjara

Batumi Boulevard is not just an attraction, but the dignity and pride of the heart of Adjara, whose length has already reached 7 kilometers. The boulevard is conditionally divided into "new" and "old".

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The construction of the boulevard, the oldest and main attraction of Batumi, began in 1881 - the governor of the Batumi region instructed the German gardeners Ressler and Reyer to build a park along the city embankment.

In recent years, the park has been decorated with modern sculptures, original benches and fountains.

Batumi is the center of entertainment and nightlife. It is famous for its clubs, cafes and restaurants. Here you can also visit the water park, dolphinarium, Ferris wheel, parks, watch dancing fountains and see many other attractions.

Second Jerusalem

Mtskheta is the oldest capital of Georgia, a holy place for every local resident, which is also called the "second Jerusalem". Mtskheta, located 20 kilometers from Tbilisi, is the only place in Georgia where so many saints and places of worship are concentrated. It is here that one of the greatest shrines of the Christian world is kept - the Chiton of the Lord.

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Mtskheta is located at the confluence of two mountain rivers- Aragvi and Kura, on a low river terrace, surrounded by majestic mountain peaks. The city was founded in the second half of the 1st millennium BC. This is one of the most visited attractions in Georgia, loved by tourists and locals.

UNESCO has appreciated Mtskheta and included in the list of World Heritage Sites the 11th century Patriarchal Cathedral of Svetitskhoveli and the 11th century Samtavro Monastery, located in the city, as well as the 7th century temple of Jvari, towering on a hill opposite ancient capital, which was sung in his poem "Mtsyri" by Mikhail Lermontov.

Symbol of Svaneti

One of the most picturesque corners of Georgia is the mountainous Svaneti, which is visited annually by tens of thousands of tourists. The mountainous region is located in the north-west of Georgia and is divided into two parts - Upper and Lower.

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It is in Upper Svaneti in the villages of Mestia and Ushguli that one can see numerous Svan "cats", which means "towers" in Georgian. The height of these protective structures is 20-25 meters. The Svan towers have long been the hallmark of this mountainous region of Georgia and are included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

I dream of hunchbacked Tiflis ...

With these words, the Russian poet Osip Mandelstam sings of Tbilisi, where in the first half of the 20th century he left a particle of his soul. Since then, the capital of Georgia has changed, the city has grown, many interesting and beautiful sights have appeared.

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But Old Tbilisi is the heart of the city, a special world saturated with history. It is unlike any other city in the world. The combination of original architecture and natural beauties gives it a unique charm and flavor.

Old houses, with carved balconies, many of which are works of art, narrow streets, a scattering of churches. This is the most hospitable and tolerant city - on one patch there are a mosque, a synagogue, Orthodox and Armenian churches. It is difficult to describe all the charms of Tbilisi, so Sputnik Georgia offers to see some of the most beautiful sights.

The most impregnable fortress

Narikala Fortress is the most ancient monument that majestically rises above the city. No one knows the exact date of the foundation of the fortress, but according to the chronicles, it already existed in the 4th century.

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The fortress, which no one has been able to take by storm in history, can be climbed on foot, or reached by cable car. Narikala offers a stunning panoramic view of Tbilisi, so it is not surprising that romantics love to meet sunsets and sunrises here.

One of the oldest arboretums

At the foot of the Narikala fortress there is a garden of indescribable beauty that has existed here for centuries. In ancient times, royal gardens were located on this territory, which eventually turned into an arboretum. In its modern form, the year of its foundation is considered to be 1845, which makes the arboretum one of the oldest in the post-Soviet space.

The National Botanical Garden of Georgia is an ideal place for long walks and outdoor recreation among exotic plants - more than 3.5 thousand species. On an area of ​​128 hectares, both local and world flora are richly represented. On its territory there are many pavilions, shady alleys, several waterfalls, over which bridges are thrown.

A place where you can wash up at the same time

Abanotubani (from the words "abano" - bath and "ubani" - district) - sulfur baths, sung by the Russian poet Alexander Pushkin. The appearance of baths, of course, was facilitated by the abundance of hot sulfur springs in these places.

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In the old days, people not only bathed here, but also communicated, gave dinner parties in the baths, and made trade deals. City matchmakers arranged bride shows here. The date of construction for all the baths is different - approximately the 17th - 19th centuries.

Today, Tbilisi sulfur baths are very popular not only among local residents but also among tourists. Here you can meet a real "mekise" - a bath attendant who "tear off three skins from you", but after his massage you will feel like a new born.

Cross the Bridge of Peace and visit Rike Park

In the heart of the old city is a glass pedestrian bridge Mira, 156 meters long. The sparkling undulating structure was designed by Italian architect Michel de Lucci in collaboration with French lighting engineer Philippe Martineau.

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The Peace Bridge across the Kura River connects Irakli II Street with Rike Park. There are many playgrounds, a labyrinth, a climbing wall, giant chess, a small outdoor stage where musicians perform, light and music fountains that play music every evening, as well as tables and benches made of stone.

The oldest building in Tbilisi

In the Old Town there is the Church of Anchiskhati (Nativity of the Virgin Mary) - ancient building that has survived to this day. It was built in the VI century, after the capital of Georgia moved from Mtskheta to Tbilisi.

The name of the church, built in the style of the basilica, common in those days, came from the name transferred from Anchi cathedral icons of the Savior Not Made by Hands - one of the greatest shrines of Georgia.

At the end of the 19th century, for security reasons, it was placed in the Church Museum. Today the Anchi icon (Georgian "Anchiskhati") is on display at the Museum of Art of Georgia.

Attractions of the main avenue

Rustaveli Avenue stretches from Freedom Square, in the center of which stands the statue of George the Victorious, to the Rustaveli metro station. Along the entire avenue, in the pedestrian zone, there are benches and small sculptures.

The oldest building on Rustaveli Avenue is the Palace of Youth, former Palace royal governor in the Caucasus, the so-called " Vorontsov Palace", built in 1868 in the style of the Renaissance. The building, with its grace, unique decor, both internal and external, can compete with the best creations of European architecture.

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On Rustaveli Avenue there are also the building of the Parliament of Georgia, a cinema, a theater, the Church of St. George - Kashveti, museums, art galleries, restaurants and many shops. And if you turn from Rustaveli to the side streets towards Mtatsminda, you can admire the old houses and cozy courtyards.

Swap meet

Lovers of antiquity and antiques can visit a real "flea market" located in the center of the Georgian capital. This place is called "Dry Bridge", as it is located next to one of the small bridges, which rises not over the river, but over an ordinary road.

Levan Avlabreli

Entrance to the amusement park "Bombora" on Mount Mtatsminda, Tbilisi TV Tower

Mtatsminda amusement park "Bombora", restaurant and viewing platforms, from where a stunning view of Tbilisi opens, is a favorite place for recreation for residents and guests of the city. People go up to the park in order to have fun, relax, inhale romance or just admire the city from a bird's eye view.

You can get to Mtatsminda Park by bus or by "tram" - the Tbilisi funicular, which was built by the Belgians in 1905.

Open-air museum

There are many museums in Tbilisi that may be of interest to tourists, but in order to feel the whole flavor of Georgia without leaving the capital, you need to visit the Georgian Museum of Ethnography under open sky, which is located on the slope of the mountain, above Vake Park.

On the territory of the museum you can see traditional darbazi stone houses (an ancient type of dwelling in mountainous areas), wooden houses with thatched and plank roofs from Western Georgia, mountain watchtowers, barns, Kakhetian wine cellars, a water mill and much more.

After the tour, you can climb to the top of the mountain to the Svan tower, swim in the Turtle Lake and enjoy a wonderful view of Tbilisi.

The sights of Georgia and Tbilisi can be listed endlessly, but the main hallmark of the country has become its inhabitants - open, sincere people who are happy to help or just chat with guests with pleasure.

Material prepared on the basis of open sources