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.
Georgia’s fasting-food tradition makes it remarkably friendly to vegetarian and vegan travellers, but familiar dishes can still contain butter, stock or animal fat. Discover the best plant-based Georgian dishes, regional specialities and useful phrases for ordering confidently.
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.
