Posts about Regions of Georgia

Explore the distinct stone tower traditions of Georgia's Greater Caucasus regions: Svaneti, Khevsureti, and Tusheti. While often grouped together, each region built unique defenses shaped by terrain, local threats, and social structure. Discover how individual household towers in Svaneti, fortified village blocks in Khevsureti, and pastoral lookout towers in Tusheti protected these mountain communities.

The eighth edition of New Small Wineries on the Big Stage returns to Tbilisi on Saturday, October 24, 2026. Hosted at Mtatsminda Park's Club Underwheel, this autumn festival offers wine lovers a unique chance to meet emerging Georgian producers, taste rare bottles from small cellars, and explore traditional qvevri winemaking straight from the makers.

Discover Tbilisi's famous Dry Bridge Market with our complete visitor guide. Explore this vibrant open-air flea market filled with Soviet memorabilia, vintage cameras, local art, and handmade Georgian crafts. Learn when to visit, what to buy, how to bargain politely with cash, and crucial rules regarding antique export regulations before you go.

Located in Georgia's Sno village near Stepantsminda, the Sno stone heads are giant granite sculptures carved by local artist Merab Piranishvili. Since 1984, Piranishvili has hand-carved monumental faces depicting Georgia’s iconic poets, writers, and religious figures. Free to visit on the road to Juta, this growing open-air museum offers a unique cultural stop in Kazbegi.

Nestled in Georgia’s Caucasus Mountains, Mestia is the historic heart of Upper Svaneti. Famous for its medieval defense towers, world-class museum, and dramatic alpine scenery, it serves as the ultimate base for mountain exploration. This complete travel guide covers top attractions, glacier hikes, historic quarters, local Svan cuisine, recommended accommodations, and practical travel advice.

Explore Akhaltsikhe, the historical capital of Georgia’s Samtskhe-Javakheti region. Famous for the grand Rabati Castle, this historic frontier town offers a rich multicultural heritage across its old Rabati quarter, featuring 19th-century synagogues and diverse places of worship. Use this travel guide to discover things to do, local Meskhetian cuisine, and day trips to nearby Vardzia.

Perched above the Alazani Valley in eastern Georgia, Sighnaghi is famous for its 18th-century defensive walls, natural qvevri wine, and sweeping views of the Greater Caucasus. This practical travel guide covers the top things to do, from visiting Bodbe Monastery to tasting local wines, plus essential tips on how to get there and avoid crowds.

Guarding the strategic junction of the Mtkvari and Paravani rivers, Khertvisi Fortress is one of Georgia's oldest and best-preserved medieval strongholds. Located right on the scenic road to Vardzia, this unrestored stone citadel offers rich history, stunning gorge views, and a 10th-century church. Plan your visit with this comprehensive history, architecture, and practical travel guide.

Discover Rabati Castle in Akhaltsikhe, a remarkable Georgian fortress blending centuries of Christian, Ottoman, and Russian history. Located on the road to Vardzia, this practical visitor guide covers ticket prices, opening hours, visit durations, key historical highlights like the Ahmed Pasha Mosque, and tips for planning your trip from Tbilisi or Borjomi.

Founded in the 6th century by St John Zedazneli, Zedazeni Monastery stands high above Mtskheta on the forested Saguramo Range, combining early monastic history with exceptional valley and Caucasus views.

Founded by St Serapion and rebuilt under Beka I Jaqeli, Zarzma Monastery preserves exceptional medieval architecture, historical frescoes and one of Georgia's most impressive bell towers.

Just a few kilometres from Vardzia, Upper Vardzia preserves an earlier 9th–11th-century Dormition Church with carved stone details, traces of frescoes and an active convent.