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WHITE RESORTS IN GEORGIA JANUARY 2018: GEORGIA EARNS $11.4M BY EXPORTING 5.12M BOTTLES OF WINE
GORI 10 MUST SEE PLACES
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GORI, 10 must see places
White Resorts in GEORGIA Jan 2018: Georgia earns $11.4m by exporting 5.12m bottles of wine
Jan 2018: Georgia’s protected areas attract 16,475 visitors
The Third Official Ceremony of the Welcome to Georgia! Georgia 16th in the world economic freedom ranking
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10 MUST SEE PLACES The original fortress, constructed on a hilltop, was named Gori (meaning hill in English), and was mentioned in the Georgian chronicles as early as the VII century. Some historians believe that the fortress was built by Byzantine Caesar Heraclius to store ammunition battles against the Persians.
Just after the XI century the area became an active center for trade. According to some historians, this was due to David the Builder founding the town. Because of its geographical location, enemies frequently targeted the fortress, as conquering it enabled control of the whole Shida Kartli region. The fortress has been invaded many times and controlled by Ossetians, Iranians and Persians, amongst others. The stronghold has been repeatedly destroyed and rebuilt.
1. GORI FORTRESS
The historic fortress stands on a rocky hill in the center of Gori. The ruins on the northern slope and the archaeological findings indicate that there was a fortress here as far back as the I century BC. In historic manuscripts the fortress is first mentioned in the XIII century as “Gori Prison.”
2. VIRGIN MARY CATHEDRAL
The temple was built as a Catholic church between 1806 and 1810. In 1920, it was heavily damaged by an earthquake. During Soviet times, Gori’s Music School was situated in the church. The building was handed over to the Georgian Orthodox Church in the 1990s. Currently, Samtavisi and Gori Cathedral belong to the episcopacy. Address: 7 Lomouri str., Gori GeorgianDay Magazine 19
10 MUST SEE PLACES 3. HISTORICAL-ETHNOGRAPHIC MUSEUM
The museum was founded in 1935. Currently, it houses more than 48,100 exhibits, including: handcrafted metal masterpieces, paintings, decorative sculptures, heraldic artifacts, unique Colchis silver coins (the only ones in the former USSR), coins dating back to the time periods of Queen Tamar and David Narin, ancient Eastern coins, epigraphic monuments in Georgian and Arabic languages, collections of manuscripts in the Georgian language, a vast photo archive, and many more attractions. Address: Gori, Kirion II St.
5. GORIJVARI
A church complex and local resort, located at an altitude of 600 meters. Low mineralized hydrosulfite, hydrocarbonchloride and sodium mineral water are used to prepare special therapeutic baths. The baths are used for treatment of musculoskeletal system issues and gynecological diseases; they also have a positive effect on the nervous system. The season for the resort usually runs June through September. Location: village of Great Gorijvari
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4. STATE MUSEUM OF JOSEPH STALIN
Soviet leader Joseph Stalin’s Museum was founded in 1937 and contains 60,000 exhibits. The museum includes the memorial house where Stalin is believed to have been born, an exhibition building, and Stalin’s personal train car, in which he traveled to Tehran, Yalta and Potsdam. The museum also houses Stalin’s personal belongings. Address: Gori., Stalin Av. №32
6. UPLISTSIKHE
Uplistikhe is a rock-hewn city, located just 10 km east of Gori, on the left bank of the river Mtkvari. One of the oldest settlements in the Caucasus region, Uplistikhe is first mentioned within the pages of history in the VII century. Uplistiskhe and its surrounding archeological and architectural monuments belong to a distinct group, the oldest of which dates back to the early Bronze Age, and are considered to be relics of the Kura-Araxes culture.
7. ATENI GORGE
Alongside the natural biological diversity, the Ateni Gorge features plenty of tourist sites: Great Ateni – Ateni Sioni Church (VII Century), Ateni (Orbeliani) Fortresss (X-XI centuries), the Church of the Virgin Mary, mineral water “Bisi,” and more. Ateni Gorge is also a perfect destination for camping.
9. RUISI CATHEDRAL OF TRANSFIGURATION
The cathedral dates back to the VIII-IX centuries and is located 7 km from the town of Gori. According to sources, it was built by King Vakhtang Gorgasali. Despite the fact that the original structure of the building was not preserved, the VII century architectural style can easily be identified when looking at the building. Ruisi is associated with a number of important political events of the feudal age. Within the walls of this church, George II (1072-1083 AD) was crowned the King of Kartli. During this time, Ruisi was the capital city of Kartli.
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8. VILLAGE GARDATENI
The village is located 6 kilometers from the town of Gori. Here you will find several important historic monuments, including: Vere fortress, the Church of Saint George, Vere Church of the Virgin Mary, the Green (Transfiguration) cathedral, Tsedisi Fortress, and other architectural monuments.
10. URBNISI CATHEDRAL
The cathedral is located within the Kareli municipality, in the village of Urbnisi. Stylistic elements, as well as paleographic assessments of inscriptions on the northern faзade estimate that the cathedral was constructed sometime in the V-VI centuries. The inscriptions on the facade feature names of the architects - Konstantin and father Mikheil. The rest of the inscriptions refer to dates of the church’s restorations.
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The original fortress, constructed on a hilltop, was named Gori (meaning hill in English), and was mentioned in the Georgian chronicles as early as the VII century. Some historians believe that the fortress was built by Byzantine Caesar Heraclius to store ammunition battles against the Persians. Just after the XI century the area became an active center for trade. According to some historians, this was due to David the Builder founding the town. Because of its geographical location, enemies frequently targeted the fortress, as conquering it enabled control of the whole Shida Kartli region. The fortress has been invaded many times and controlled by Ossetians, Iranians and Persians, amongst others. The stronghold has been repeatedly destroyed and rebuilt. The current iteration of the fortress was built in 1774, during the reign of Erekle II, but was significantly damaged by an earthquake in 1920. The Stalin Museum includes the memorial house where Joseph Stalin (1879-1953) was born, a museum building with a tower, and Stalin’s personal train car he used to visit Tehran, Yalta, and Potsdam. There are many unique exhibits displayed here, including personal belongings and collections of paintings, photos, films and other important historical artifacts.
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GORI HOW CAN GET IN? The current iteration of the fortress was built in 1774, during the reign of Erekle II, but was significantly damaged by an earthquake in 1920. The Stalin Museum includes the memorial house where Joseph Stalin (1879-1953) was born, a museum building with a tower, and Stalin’s personal train car he used to visit Tehran, Yalta, and Potsdam. There are many unique exhibits displayed here, including personal belongings and collections of paintings, photos, films and other important historical artifacts.
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Gori (Georgian: გორი ) is a city in the Shida Kartli region of Georgia most famous (or infamous) for being the birthplace of Joseph Vissarionovich Jughashvili, better known as Stalin. Today, surprisingly, it does not look much different from when Stalin ruled the USSR. Gori is also located a short drive from Uplistsikhe, an ancient Silk Road cave city and former regional centre of pagan worship.
By bus Many marshrutkas run daily between Tbilisi’s Didube market and the central square of Gori. If you’re arriving with the metro, go directly through the market (one-story houses) until you reach a square with only marshrutkas on it - just ask one of the drivers. Buses leave hourly from about 7am to 8pm, and the ride costs 3 GEL a person.
The name Gori may look and sound like the plural form of the Russian word for mountain (горы, GO-ry), but the name of Gori, incidentally meaning hill (singular) in Georgian, is much older than the first Russian contact with the Georgian kingdoms in 1500s. Get in By train Many trains run through Gori on their way to or from Tbilisi. Tickets can be purchased at local train stations. Last train to Borjomi leaves at 18:00.
By Taxi Another option is to take a taxi, which also leave from Didube bus station. Listen for the cab drivers calling out “Gori, Gori,” and get in their car. These cars leave as soon as they are full, so your wait could be anywhere from 5 minutes to an hour. The fare for one person in a shared cab should be 5 GEL. If you do not wish to share a taxi with others, then the cost should be about 20 GEL. Be sure to negotiate this with the driver before you get in the car. GeorgianDay Magazine 29
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Georgian winter is an attractive season for all: doesn’t matter if you are into relaxing or active vacation, enjoy either snow or dry warm weather. In any case you will find a good option for you and your family.
Family excursions can be fascinating, if you go to Imereti, where you can find two interesting caves. In one of them, Sataplia, there are preserved dinosaur footprints! Isn’t it a great attraction for every curious child?
Ski resorts in Georgia boast with various kind of slopes and have different air. If you want to improve your children’s health and teach them skiing or snowboarding (or maybe learn it yourself), then you should head to Bakuriani, where the slopes are not steep and the air is saturated with smell of pines. This is one of the best places for children and families in any season, and winter is no exception.
The Black Sea coast is also attractive in its own way this season. Mild climate, winter sea, fresh fish, flavourful coffee Batumi style, evergreen Botanical Garden, trips to mountainous Ajara, cycling, sunsets on the coast… Start the new year like this could be a great idea! Tbilisi and Kakheti wine houses are always happy to welcome guests in the wintertime. There is no seasonality for things like hospitality, interesting stories, wine and good food. So come to Georgia this winter to warm up yourself and your family with these emotions!
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White Resorts in GEORGIA
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Those who are just learning to ski, can go to Bakuriani, where the slopes are more gentle. This resort has well-developed infrastructure for a vacation with family and children: while you improve your skills or taste the whole variety of culinary delicacies and famous Georgian wine, your children can enjoy the attention of professional skiing instructors or experienced nurses. Gudauri is a cool place for fans of steep slopes, freeride and heli-skiing. Those who look for thrilling experiences and want to enjoy the mountain views from the highest points can go paragliding and speedriding. On the other hand, in Gudauri there is also a place for those who just want to get out of town, get some fresh air, take a steam bath, drink mulled wine or taste Georgian brandies and chacha.
Svanetian resorts, Hatsvali and Tetnuldi, are relatively young compared to Bakuriani and Gudauri. It is better to reach both places from Mestia, the central village of Svaneti. New lifts, steep slopes and crazily beautiful views will make you enjoy every moment. These mountains are higher than the Alps! Totally worth going. Ajara region, traditionally famous for sea, sun, nightlife and boat-like khachapuri, now also boasts with a new snow resort, Goderdzi. Well, khachapuri is always delicious, dancing in trendy places or trying your luck in casino is possible anytime, but skiing so close to the coast is possible only in the wintertime. So, whatever you would prefer for your winter holidays, can be found in Georgia. You are always welcome!
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JANUARY 2018: GEORGIA’S PROTECTED AREAS ATTRACT 16,475 VISITORS Tbilisi National Park, Kazbegi National Park and the “Prometheus Caves” are the most popular protected areas so far in 2018.
The number of Georgian visitors increased by 17 percent year-on-year, while the number of foreigner visitors increased by 94 percent.
A total of 16,475 guests visited Georgia’s protected areas in January 2018, a 46 percent hike in comparison to the same month in 2017, announces Georgia’s Agency of Protected Areas.
Last month Georgia’s most visited protected areas were: Tbilisi National Park – 8,430 Kazbegi National Park – 2,480 Prometheus Caves – 1,439 Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park – 886 Sataplia – 633 (Source: Agenda.ge)
Half of the visitors were Georgians. The statistics show that 54 percent of visitors were Georgians and 46 percent were foreigners.
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JANUARY 2018: GEORGIA EARNS $11.4M BY EXPORTING 5.12M BOTTLES OF WINE Last year about 70 companies exported their wines abroad, said the Georgian National Wine Agency. Georgia exported 5.12 million bottles of wine to 24 countries in January 2018, announces the Georgian National Wine Agency. Last month Georgia generated about $11.4 million from the sale of wine abroad. Revenue increased by 31 percent from January 2017, while the volume of exports increased by 18 percent, said the Georgian National Wine Agency. Export growth was notable in the following countries: • Kazakhstan – 108 percent increase (220,776 bottles) • Hong Kong – 100 percent increase (15,486 bottles) • Japan – 95 percent increase (26,892 bottles) • Latvia – 90 percent increase (116, 226 bottles) • Ukraine – 55 percent increase (624,030 bottles)
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The top five countries that imported the most bottles of Georgia wine in January 2018 were: • Russia – 3,534,780 bottles • Ukraine – 624,030 bottles • China – 250,238 bottles • Kazakhstan – 220,776 bottles • Poland – 177,018 bottles Last year about 70 companies exported their wines abroad, said the Georgian National Wine Agency. Meanwhile, Georgia exported 1.06 million bottles of Georgian brandy and 8,200 bottles of Chacha abroad in January 2018. (Source: Agenda.ge)
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GEORGIA 16TH IN THE WORLD ECONOMIC FREEDOM RANKING Georgia is improving its place in the world in terms of economic freedom in the latest survey by the Heritage Foundation. The Index of Economic Freedom survey ranked Georgia in 16th place among 186 countries after it gained 76.2 points. The Heritage Foundation is a research and educational institution whose mission it is to formulate and promote conservative public policies based on the principles of free enterprise, limited government, individual freedom and a strong national defence. This year Georgia gained 0.2 more points than in 2017 and was ranked 9th among 44 European countries, and its overall score is above regional and world averages. The survey stated Georgia had shown a vast improvement in property rights as well as labour, monetary and trade freedom. The survey divided nations into five major categories: Free (80-100), mostly free (70- 79.9), moderately free (60-69.9), mostly unfree (50-59.9) and repressed (0-49.9).
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This year Georgia gained 0.2 more points than in 2017 and was ranked 9th among 44 European countries, and its overall score is above regional and world averages. A snapshot of Georgia’s economic freedom in 2018: • 2018 Economic Freedom Score: 76.2 (out of 100; 100 is the best outcome); • Economic Freedom Status: Mostly Free • Global Ranking: 16th • Regional Ranking: 9th in Europe (Source: Agenda.ge)
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THE THIRD OFFICIAL CEREMONY OF THE WELCOME TO GEORGIA! NATIONAL TOURISM AWARDS
The main mission of the Welcome to Georgia! National Tourism Awards is to encourage tourism and hospitality industry in Georgia and to promote the awareness of the high-achieving tourism business and brands that create a positive image of the country worldwide. On December 6th, 2017 the Third Official Ceremony of the Welcome to Georgia! National Tourism Awards was held at the Rustaveli Theatre, where traditionally 21 BEST companies among the different nominations were named. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14.
THE BEST BOUTIQUE ACCOMMODATION AWARD – Boutique Hotel Kabadoni THE BEST STANDARD ACCOMMODATION AWARD – Iveria Inn THE BEST DELUXE ACCOMMODATION AWARD – Radisson Blu Iveria Tbilisi THE BEST WELLNESS & SPA RESORT AWARD – Rixos Borjomi THE BEST MOUNTAIN ACCOMMODATION AWARD – Quadrumi THE BEST SEA ACCOMMODATION AWARD – Sheraton Batumi THE BEST LOW BUDGET ACCOMMODATION AWARD – Pushkini 10 THE BEST MICE TOURISM AWARD – Georgia Events THE BEST WINE TOURISM AWARD – Chateau Mukhrani THE BEST ADVENTURE TOURISM AWARD – Zeta Camping THE BEST GEORGIAN TRADITIONAL RESTAURANT AWARD – Tsiskvili Group THE BEST TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHER AWARD – Giorgi Liparteliani CONCEPT CAFÉ/RESTAURANT AWARD – Sirajkhana THE BEST MARKETING CAMPAIGN OF TOURISM
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DESTINATION AWARD – Where.ge 15. THE BEST SPECIALIZED TOURISM SERVICES AWARD – Accessible Tourism Center PARSA 16. THE BEST HOTEL OF INTERNATIONAL CHAIN IN GEORGIA AWARD – Member of Acor Group Mercuri Tbilisi Old Town Hotel 17. THE FASTEST GROWING COMPANY OF THE YEAR IN THE SME SEGMENT AWARD – Best Western Kutaisi 18. THE BEST WOMAN ENTREPRENEUR IN THE TOURISM INDUSTRY AWARD – Founder of Accessible Tourism Center PARSA Tamar Makharashvili 19. THE BEST FESTIVAL OR EVENT AWARD – Tbilisi Open Air 20. THE BEST FESTIVAL OR EVENT AWARD – was also awarded to Kolga Tbilisi Festival for unique concept, as the festival has managed to mark Georgia on the Photo exhibitions’ map. The Official Award Ceremony hosted more than 700 guests: first Vice Prime Minister/Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development of Georgia – Dimitry Kumsishvili; Tbilisi Mayor – Kakha Kaladze; Head of Georgian National Tourism Administration – Giorgi Chogovadze; all nominees and project partners; government sector, private business, international and local media. Award Ceremony was opened by Tbilisi Mayor Kakha kaladze, he noted that Georgia has high potential for raising awareness of travel destinations and how important the role of each company involved in this field is for tourism development.
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WELCOME TO GEORGIA! NATIONAL TOURISM AWARDS 2017
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320 DIFFERENT COMPANIES REPRESENTING TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY MARKET FROM ALL OVER GEORGIA
AWARD CEREMONY WAS OPENED BY TBILISI MAYOR KAKHA KALADZE
The first Vice Prime Minister of Georgia Dimitry Kumsishvili, welcomed the guests spoke about the importance of tourism industry for Georgian economy, mentioned latest achievements of the field and significance of the Project. First Vice Prime Minister awarded founder of Caucasus Travel, Mr. Saba Kiknadze for Contribution to Tourism Development. Co-Founder of the Award project Maryna Chayka also welcomed and thanked guests, partners and nominees for participation in the Award Project and noted projects contribution to Georgian tourism industry and its’ global aims. 320 different companies representing tourism and hospitality market from all over Georgia including hotels, travel agencies, festivals and events, restaurants, cafes,
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wineries, travel photographers were honorably holding the status of Nominee of Welcome to Georgia! National Tourism Awards 2017. Each nominee was assessed in accordance with internationally recognized methodology by the Professional Jury Board, consisted of experts of international and local travel, culture and hospitality markets, who were separated according to categories depending on the kind of their main professional activity. As the guarantee of fairness and transparency of the Awards Project Independent Auditor “BDO Georgia” monitored all the processes, calculated the results and based on the points awarded to each Nominee determined the finalists and the winners in each nomination.
CO-FOUNDER OF THE AWARD PROJECT MARYNA CHAYKA ALSO WELCOMED AND THANKED GUESTS, PARTNERS AND NOMINEES FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE AWARD PROJECT
AWARDS TEAM CONGRATULATES ALL MENTIONED WINNERS AND FINALISTS, PARTICIPANTS AND GUESTS.
The main mission of the Welcome to Georgia! National Tourism Awards is to encourage tourism and hospitality industry in Georgia and to promote the awareness of the high-achieving tourism business and brands that create a positive image of the country worldwide. For the third year already Georgian National Tourism Administration on behalf of Ministry of Economy and Sustainable Development of Georgia is Co-organizer of the Award Project. Tbilisi City Hall is Official Supporter; Official Partner of the Award Project - Bank of Georgia. General Sponsor - Alliance Group.
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500 g beef 4 bulbs 500 g tomatoes 0,5 garlic cloves 1 teaspoon red pepper 1 a tablespoon each sorts of herbs from a set of spices (parsley, savory, coriander, Basil, red pepper, garlic)
Cut meat, put them in the heated pan, fry for 10 minutes, add the chopped onions, fry for another 5 minutes, a little salt. Scald the tomatoes, peel them, mash them in a bowl, pour over the meat in the pan, cover and simmer over moderate heat for 20 minutes. At the end of the fighting dosolit. Spicy finely chop the herbs and mix with the dry spices, enter in chakhokhbili, stir, keep on low heat for 3 - 5 minutes. Add the chopped garlic. Let stand with the lid closed.
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SHURPA
LAMB AND VEGETABLE SOUP Lamb and Vegetable Soup, also known as Shurpa (Sho’rpo) is a well-known Central Asian soup. Before you start working on this soup, I need your word that you will not over-boil and keep the heat no more than on medium. The soup has to simmer and slowly cook for a lengthy period of time.
Ingredients: 1-2 lb fresh lamb, preferably on the bone 1 large onion 1 medium tomato 1 medium carrot 1 green bell pepper 2 potatoes, 4 medium potatoes are ideal. But I am trying to cut our potato intake to a minimum. 10 cups of plain water and 11 cups of pre-boiled water 1 cup of chickpeas previously soaked in water (optional) salt 1/2 tsp pepper 1/2 tsp cumin Directions: Wash the lamb on the bone and place it in a large pot. Pour over 10 cups of water and bring the water to boil in medium heat. As soon as the water starts slightly boiling, discard the water. I do this in order to reduce the smell that
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lamb meat usually has and to clean out the meat to have a clear bullion. Once you emptied the pot return it back to the stove and add 11 cups of pre-boiled water. Bring it to boil again but keep the heat on medium. Do not overboil the water. When the water starts boiling, more foam will appear on the surface of the soup. Using either a spoon or a spatula, remove the foam. The water of the soup should be clear. Keep on simmering the soup in medium-low heat. Cover the lid of the pot half way and cook the meat for at least 2 hours. Clean all vegetables, wash them and cut them accordingly: cut the onions in half circles. Thinly slice tomato, cut carrots in smaller pieces, julienne green bell peppers, cut potatoes in half (if smaller) or in fours. Open the lid of the pot and turn the heat to medium. When the meat is almost cooked, first add onions to the soup. Stir in the cumin, black pepper and salt as desired. Cook onions for about 15 minutes and add tomatoes. Cook for another 10-15 minutes. When the tomato slices are nice and soft, add the remaining vegetables and cook until they are soft enough to be consumed (for approximately 20 minutes). Place equal portions of vegetables to meat and pour over the soup. You can also shred the meat and get rid of the bony part. Serve with dills or cilantro.
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