10 PLACES TO VISIT IN GEORGIA THIS SPRING & SUMMER

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Vardzia (Samtskhe-Javakheti)

Imagine: all this complicated system of caves has been established in the XII century (around 900 years ago!), used to be inhabited by around 30.000 people, and the whole town actually belonged to glorious Queen Tamar. Now you can see her face at well preserved fresco in a monastery which is maintained by several monks. The closest town is Akhaltsikhe. On your way to Vardzia you can also see Rabati fortress, which has been recently renovated, and Khertvisi fortress, which is well preserved. Make sure you are not planning your trip on Monday, because both Vardzia and Rabati are closed!

7- Kintrishi Protected Areas (Ajara)

Located near Kobuleti, this protected area offers you several beautiful trails, where you can discover typical Ajarian arch bridges, waterfalls and enjoy the coolness of forest. Very nice idea for a day trip, if you are somewhere in Ajara and want to see more than beaches.

8- Kakhetian wine towns

The whole region of Kakheti is famous for its wineries. If you are confused and don’t know where to go, we’d recommend you to visit at least one or two of those sites: Telavi with its medieval fortress and 900-yearold sycamore, Ikalto Academy – alma mater of Shota Rustaveli, Alaverdi monastery and its wine cellar, Tsinandali and house-museum of Georgian poet Alexander Chavchavadze (wine cellar is still in the mansion!), Kvareli and wine tunnel there, or Sighnaghi, city of love, which is famous not just for wine, but also for well preserved city walls and monastery Bodbe.

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Mestia and Ushguli (Svaneti)

Svaneti is one of the most beautiful regions in Georgia. You will be fascinated by Caucasus peaks (the highest peak in Georgia, Shkhara, is there with its 5193 m of awesomeness).

Mestia has recently become a good destination for skiers, but in summer it all looks very attractive for hikers, trekkers, campers and those who want to escape from any rush. Ushguli is considered to be one of highest constantly inhabited settlements in Europe. It amazes with its authenticity, and is actually reachable for tourists just during several month per year, so hurry up to visit it this summer!

Waterfalls, glaciers, medieval towers in each household (towers of Upper Svaneti are under UNESCO protection, by the way) – does it sound like an interesting place to go?

10- Borjomi

Yes, of course, we all know that you’ve heard of Borjomi water. Maybe it even saved you after a night out. But Borjomi water from a natural spring is something different (and also healing, no doubts).

You can have a nice walk through Mineral water park, or hike in Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park (there are trails for one day trip and for several days as well). SPA-treatment in one of hotels can also be one of the greatest things to try this summer. Give your body and soul a break: bring them to Borjomi!

Here you have some tips how to make your spring and summer really incredible. Just travel to these places, enjoy the diversity of nature and store great memories in your mind.