Last Updated: September 21, 2026Categories: Architecture of Georgia, KartliTags: Bolnisi, Churches of Georgia, Kvemo Kartli10.8 min readBolnisi Sioni is one of Georgia’s oldest and most important surviving churches. Built between 478 and 493, this monumental basilica in Kvemo Kartli is celebrated for its turquoise-green tuff walls, early Christian reliefs, distinctive Bolnisi Cross, and some of the oldest securely dated Georgian inscriptions preserved in Georgia.

Discover the Batsara-Babaneuri and Ilto Protected Areas in Georgia’s Kakheti region, home to ancient yew forests, rare Caucasian Zelkova, rich wildlife, and some of the country’s most remarkable preserved woodland ecosystems. This guide covers their natural highlights, access rules, nearby attractions, and practical travel tips.

Built in 1753 near Tsesi village, Barakoni Church is one of Racha’s most important landmarks, combining traditional Georgian architecture with a spectacular mountain and river setting.

Taste Borjomi’s mineral water at the spring, walk through its riverside park and leave time for a soak in the forest pools. This practical guide covers what to see, how to get there and where hiking or a trip to Vardzia fits into your itinerary.
Last Updated: September 16, 2026Categories: Architecture of Georgia, KartliTags: Churches in Georgia, Gori12.9 min readAteni Sioni is a remarkable 7th-century church near Gori, known for its 11th-century frescoes and exceptionally important Georgian inscriptions. Explore its architecture, history and practical visitor information.
Last Updated: September 12, 2026Categories: Architecture of Georgia, KakhetiTags: Churches of Georgia12.1 min readDiscover Alaverdi Cathedral, an 11th-century Georgian Orthodox landmark rising above Kakheti’s Alazani Valley. Explore its history, medieval architecture, frescoes and centuries-old monastic winemaking tradition.

Abuli Fortress is a remote cyclopean complex built from immense basalt blocks at roughly 2,670 metres in Georgia’s Javakheti highlands. Discover what archaeologists know, what remains uncertain and how to plan the demanding journey from Gandzani.

Discover snow-covered Svaneti on a winter tour through the legendary Land of a Thousand Towers. Explore Mestia, ancient villages, dramatic Caucasus scenery and authentic Svan culture.
Last Updated: September 11, 2026Categories: Architecture of Georgia, Mtskheta-MtianetiTags: Churches of Georgia, Mtskheta, UNESCO10.7 min readSvetitskhoveli Cathedral is Mtskheta’s monumental 11th-century church and one of Georgia’s most important religious and historical sites. Learn about the Living Pillar tradition, royal tombs, architecture, dress code and the easiest ways to visit from Tbilisi.
Last Updated: September 10, 2026Categories: Mtskheta-MtianetiTags: Kazbegi, Stepantsminda10 min readPlan a memorable stay in Stepantsminda, the mountain town commonly known as Kazbegi. Discover Gergeti Trinity Church, Juta, Truso Valley and Gveleti, with practical advice on transport, hiking, accommodation and the best time to visit.
Last Updated: September 8, 2026Categories: Mtskheta-Mtianeti, Travel tipsTags: Gudauri, Ski11.9 min readDiscover skiing in Gudauri, Georgia’s high-altitude winter resort in the Caucasus. Explore groomed pistes, extensive freeride terrain, equipment rentals, ski schools and mountain accommodation, all surrounded by spectacular scenery within easy reach of Tbilisi.

Discover Nekresi Monastery, a historic hilltop complex overlooking Kakheti’s Alazani Valley. Explore its ancient churches, Saint Abibos legend, archaeological discoveries and essential visitor information.











