Georgia. The Caucasus's hidden treasure
Georgia has managed to preserve the vitality of its own traditions while safeguarding its creative heritage. It has maintained a biodiversity bigger than some continents and a magnetism that entices visitors to return time and time again. Georgia is a progressive country with a European mindset and a Western spirit. It is a true Caucasian country with the delight of the Mediterranean, although being as small as Switzerland.
This enthusiasm is evident in the sizable vineyards of the Eastern Province of Kakheti, which is home to the biggest wineries in the country. More grape varietals than any other country in the world can be found in Georgia.
Nearly everything in Kakheti is centred around wine. The XVI century wine cellar in Velistsikhe, where the traditional "kvevri"—clay barrels buried underground that maintain a steady temperature to promote ideal fermentation—are still employed, is evidence of this.
The capital and greatest city of Georgia is Tbilisi (tiflis), which was established as a fortress-city in the V century. Notable figures like Leon Tolstoy and Alexander Dumas have praised Tbilisi. Tbilisi is a really captivating city in all directions. Its entrancing spell covers the entirety of this secure and welcoming metropolis, where visitors are revered as "gifts from God." Colorful traditional celebrations mark the end of the harvest in the wine-producing regions.
The exceptional quality of its grapes and the fact that it is the source of world-class wines like Khindzmarauli and Gurdjani have made the rich Valley of Alazani in the Province of Kakheti famous.
One of the smallest towns in the nation, Sighnaghi is also known as "the city of love" and has the second-longest wall in the world, after China. It is also well-known for its famed grape crop. One of Georgia's most stunning locations is the Tusheti National Reserve. Vashlovani National Park, located in the country's southeast, is a prime illustration of Georgia's rich biodiversity because it features a semi-desert ecosystem. David Gareja, one of the 13 Assyrian Holy Fathers who came to Georgia to develop Christianity, is buried here, and a stone that represents the one the illustrious Patriarch brought on his voyage from the Holy Land is placed on his tomb.
The Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park, which makes up 1% of Georgia's total land area, is located in the middle of the nation. Borjomi-Kharagauli is Georgia's most popular park and offers a wide range of recreational opportunities while being surrounded by the mystic ambiance of the Lower Caucasus. The first bottling factory for the now-famous Borjomi water was established 60 years after it was first claimed that springs from the Borjomi-Kharagauli Natural Reserve had medicinal qualities. Its medicinal properties and naturally mineralized hydrocarbonated sodium make it special.
Shatili is located in the narrow pass of Arghuni, on the northern slope of the Great Caucasus. Sixty percent of Georgian territory are mountains. For all types of people who enjoy the outdoors and the mountains, there are many wonderful options. Five peaks in Georgia's Caucasus range rise to a height of at least 5000 metres, providing excellent chances for novice climbers. These mountains offer fantastic opportunities for those who love the outdoors in addition to mountaineering. For example, you can hike for two to three weeks straight in a completely natural setting, and there are also numerous opportunities for rafting, canoeing, canyoning, and other mountain activities. Two ski areas exist in Georgia: At an elevation of 1,700 metres, Bakuriani, to the south of Borjomi, has characteristics
