Georgian Railways: A Traveller’s Guide to Trains in Georgia (2026–27)

Navigate train travel in Georgia with this comprehensive guide for 2026–27. Discover updated routes and faster travel times, including the four-hour Tbilisi–Batumi Stadler express, international sleepers to Yerevan and Baku, and the return of the historic Borjomi–Bakuriani Kukushka line. Learn how to buy tickets, navigate schedules, and plan your journey across the Caucasus.

By |2026-10-18T18:34:30+04:00October 18, 2026|Travel tips|0 Comments

Georgian Church Architecture Explained: From Early Basilicas to Medieval Domes

Explore the rich history and evolution of Georgian church architecture with this comprehensive guide. From early fifth-century basilicas like Bolnisi Sioni to the majestic, cross-domed cathedrals of the Golden Age such as Gelati, learn to identify key architectural styles, distinctive tall domes, intricate stone carvings, and vibrant medieval frescoes across Georgia's iconic Christian monuments.

By |2026-10-12T13:25:29+04:00October 12, 2026|Architecture of Georgia|1 Comment

Georgian Church Etiquette: What Visitors Should Know Before Entering

What to wear, when to put the camera away, how to light a candle and what changes in a monastery: a practical guide to visiting Georgia's churches respectfully.

By |2026-10-09T10:33:17+04:00October 9, 2026|Georgian Culture, Travel tips|0 Comments

How a Qvevri Is Made: The Craft Behind Georgia’s 8,000-Year Wine Tradition

A Georgian qvevri takes weeks or months to build before it ever holds wine. How master potters turn local clay into enormous vessels through hand-building, drying, firing, beeswax and burial in the cellar.

By |2026-10-08T15:58:26+04:00October 8, 2026|Georgian wine, Georgian Culture|0 Comments

Why Georgia Has Stone Towers: Svaneti, Khevsureti and Tusheti Explained

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 Georgian Supra: Tamada, Toasts and Table Etiquette Explained

Discover how a traditional Georgian supra really works—from the role of the tamada and the meaning of alaverdi to toast traditions, wine and the etiquette every guest should know.

By |2026-10-07T05:58:37+04:00October 7, 2026|Georgian wine, Travel tips|0 Comments

The Georgian Alphabet: 33 Letters, 3 Scripts & Where to See Them

Discover the story of the Georgian alphabet, a unique writing system featuring 33 letters and three distinct scripts recognized by UNESCO. Learn how the modern Mkhedruli script works, master essential travel vocabulary, and explore historic sites across Georgia, like Bolnisi Sioni, where you can see ancient stone inscriptions dating back to the fifth century.

By |2026-10-06T14:50:37+04:00October 6, 2026|Travel tips|0 Comments
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