Last Updated: October 8, 2026Categories: Architecture of Georgia, Kakheti, Mtskheta-Mtianeti, SvanetiTags: Khevsureti, Svaneti, Tusheti, UNESCO18.8 min readExplore 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.
Last Updated: September 21, 2026Categories: Architecture of Georgia, KakhetiTags: Tusheti7.9 min readDartlo is one of Tusheti’s most remarkable mountain villages, known for its slate-roofed stone houses, defensive towers, ancient courthouse, and dramatic setting in the Pirikita Alazani Valley. This guide covers its architecture, history, restoration, access, and what to see nearby.
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