Regions of Georgia

Follow the Georgian Military Highway from Tbilisi to Stepantsminda through medieval fortresses, mountain passes and spectacular Caucasus scenery. This guide covers the essential stops, seasonal conditions, transport choices and a practical two-day itinerary.

Katskhi Pillar is a 40-metre limestone monolith near Chiatura, crowned by a restored medieval hermitage. Discover its archaeology, stylite tradition, visitor restrictions and how to combine it with Katskhi Monastery and Chiatura.

Kazbegi National Park protects some of Georgia’s most dramatic Caucasus landscapes. Based in Stepantsminda, travelers can explore alpine valleys, waterfalls, high-mountain trails, Gergeti Trinity Church and the slopes of 5,054m Mount Kazbek.

Jvari Monastery rises above Mtskheta at the meeting of the Aragvi and Mtkvari rivers. Discover its Saint Nino tradition, medieval architecture, panoramic viewpoint and practical visiting advice.

Perched high above Stepantsminda beneath Mount Kazbek, Gergeti Trinity Church is one of Georgia’s most memorable sights. This guide covers its history, architecture, hiking routes, road access, visitor etiquette and the best time to go.

Gelati Monastery near Kutaisi is a UNESCO-listed masterpiece of Georgia’s Golden Age, founded by King David the Builder in 1106. Discover its medieval mosaic, royal history, academy and practical visiting advice

Dmanisi preserves one of the world’s most important early human sites beneath the remains of a medieval Georgian trading city. Discover what the 1.8-million-year-old fossils revealed, what remains scientifically debated and how to visit from Tbilisi.

Borjomi is more than Georgia’s famous mineral water: it is a historic spa town surrounded by forest, warm springs and hiking trails. Discover its best attractions, current visitor information and practical ideas for a one- or two-day stay.

Birtvisi combines volcanic cliffs, forest trails and the ruins of one of medieval Georgia’s strongest natural fortresses. Learn how the standard fortress hike differs from technical canyoning, when to visit and how to plan a safe day trip from Tbilisi.

Bagrati Cathedral has crowned Kutaisi’s Ukimerioni Hill since 1003 and remains a powerful symbol of medieval Georgian unity. Discover its reconstruction and UNESCO controversy, what survives of the original cathedral, and practical information for planning your visit.

Explore Vardzia, Georgia’s extraordinary 12th-century cave monastery built under Giorgi III and Queen Tamar above the Mtkvari Valley. This practical guide covers its frescoes, tunnels, current ticket prices, seasonal hours, transport options and nearby attractions.

Algeti National Park is an easy nature escape from Tbilisi, with forested Trialeti slopes, a marked 16 km hiking circuit and guided horse riding near Manglisi. This practical guide covers transport, seasons, wildlife, nearby historical sites and current visitor information.