Popular Destinations in Georgia
Tbilisi
Tbilisi is the capital city of Georgia. The cobblestoned old town of the
city reflects a rich history, with eras under Persian and Russian rule. The
varied architecture of those eras includes Eastern Orthodox churches,
Soviet Modernist structures, and ornate art nouveau buildings. Two of the
major structures in the city are Kartlis Deda, an iconic statue of the
“Mother of Georgia” and Narikala, a rebuilt 4th-century fortress. Tbilisi
also has many celebrated churches among which the famous ones include
6th-century Anchiskhati Basilica, clifftop Metekhi Church, and the
post-Soviet Sameba Cathedral. Rustaveli Avenue, the city’s main boulevard,
is lined with upscale cafes, stores, and museums. History buffs can head to
the Georgian National Museum boasting a huge collection of pre-Christian
archaeological finds. To the south of the city is located the neighborhood
of Abanotubani renowned for its dome-shaped Sulphur bathhouses built in the
17th century.
Batumi
A Black Sea resort and port city, Batumi is the capital of the Georgian
republic of Adjara. The city’s boulevard includes a waterfront walkway with
a park and beach. Another major tourist attraction in the city Alphabetic
Tower, is ornamented with Georgian script and boasts a seaside observation
deck. The old town district is lined with the 19th-century buildings.
Nature lovers can head north of the city where Batumi Botanical Garden
boasts flora from around the world.
Kutaisi
A city in west Georgia, Kutaisi is famous for being home to the
centuries-old Bagrati Cathedral. History lovers can go to the city's
outskirts where there is located the Gelati Monastery, a medieval cathedral
with intricate murals. Located near the Gelati Monastery, the hillside
Motsameta Monastery features martyrs' remains. History lovers must not
miss-out-on visiting Kutaisi State Historical Museum boasting historical
Georgian manuscripts, textiles, and ceramics. Nature lovers can visit the
northwest Kutaisi where Prometheus Cave offers stunning views of cascading
waterfalls.