The country Georgia is full of lavish sceneries, medieval towns, great food, and fantastic wine, with welcoming people. Georgia is an idealistic mix of Eastern European, Mediterranean, Arabic and Soviet impacts. So don’t miss out on the below listed beautiful cities in Georgia while your visit.
1) MTSKHETA
This is the most prominent and oldest city in Georgia. Mtskheta, the former capital of Georgia was founded 3000 years ago. The chief attraction over here is the spectacular Svetitskhoveli Cathedral. It is an architectural masterpiece of the early Middle Ages which is also well-known as the burial place of Christ’s mantle. The Cathedral is entitled as a UNESCO World Heritage site that is a topmost place to visit in Georgia.
2) GORI
Gori is famous for being the birthplace of Joseph Stalin, the leader of the Soviet Union. The name Gori comes from the Georgian word ‘Gora’ meaning a ‘hill’ or a ‘heap’. Gori is another city that’s close to the capital city and located on the main highway that bonds the eastern and western parts of Georgia.
3)KUTAISI
After Tbilisi, Kutaisi is the second-largest city in Georgia. The city has a unique vibe and feels as if it is from a different era. Kutaisi is a stunning and graceful place to stroll around to take in the marvels of tree-lined streets extending down to the banks of the Rioni River.
4) STEPANTSMINDA
Commonly known as Kazbegi, Stepantsminda is a small town in north-eastern Georgia. The town of Stepantsminda is a charismatic and perfect base camp for discovering Kazbegi National Park’s hot springs, waterfalls, and carbonated lakes. Kazbegi is a wonderful place for ice climbing and mountaineering.
5) TELAVI
Telavi is the biggest town and capital of the Eastern province of Kakheti. This historical city is filled with art museums, castles, picturesque valleys, ancient monasteries, and mountain landscapes. Telavi and the entire region is renowned as the centre of traditional Georgian wine-making. Telavi has world-famous wineries. The nearly 900-year-old Giant Plane tree is one of the oldest and most uncommon fascinations of the city.
6) SIGHNAGHI
Sighnaghi, the colourful hilltop and prettiest town in Kakheti, is known as the city of wine and love. Everything here is lovely with romantic cobblestone streets, carved wooden balconies, cute and small. Sighnaghi has breath-taking views of the Alazani Valley alongside with an amusing long history and archaeological assets.
7) BORJOMI
Borjomi is a beautiful resort town, located in the stunning Borjomi Gorge. The place is well-known for its mineral water business and it is said that these mineral springs have therapeutic powers. Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park and Romanov summer place in the nearby town of Likani is must-visit attractions. A great opportunity is to take the Borjomi-Bakuriani railway called ‘Kukushka’ for magnificent views of lush forests.
8) ZUGDIDI
Located 318 kilometres from Tbilisi, Zugdidi is a central city of the Samegrelo region. The two united historical areas of Georgia – Mingrelia and Svanetia, has Zugdidi as their regional centre. Zugdidi served as the capital of the principality of Mingrelia until 1867, when the principality was abolished by the Russian Empire.
9) MESTIA
Mestia is a small and beautiful town. It is the capital of the Svaneti region and has been named a World Heritage by UNESCO. Mestia is a paradise for mountain lovers and home to the country’s highest mountain Shara (5201 metres above sea level). Mestia and the neighbouring villages with their medieval towers are exceptional and stunning.
10) BATUMI
Batumi is known as the “Pearl of the Black Sea”. It is a seaside town in the Adjara area and one of the earliest cities in Georgia. Its origins go back to the age of ancient Greek colonialism. The evidence of that age still exists but is relatively rare. Batumi city is appropriate in any weather. It has more modern buildings these days but still manages to keep its lure, style, and calm atmosphere.
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