Georgia - Tbilisi

Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia, is a captivating city set deep in a valley along the Mtkvari River, offering an incredible blend of ancient history and dynamic modern architecture. It is a place where traditional wooden balconies and winding, steep cobblestone streets stand in stark contrast to striking, ultra-modern glass bridges and contemporary cultural centers. Exploring the city means navigating a rich cultural crossroads, moving from centuries-old orthodox churches to historic sulfur baths, all while enjoying the legendary, deeply traditional Georgian hospitality.

Highlights from Our Days in Tbilisi

  • The Historic Old Town (Dzveli Tbilisi): Wandering through the narrow, atmospheric streets, admiring the restored, colorful houses with their intricate, overhanging carved wooden balconies.

  • The Bridge of Peace: Walking across the striking, bow-shaped glass and steel pedestrian bridge that stretches over the river, offering a brilliant contrast to the historic skyline.

  • Narikala Fortress: Taking the aerial cable car up to the ancient hilltop fortress, getting sweeping, panoramic views down over the entire city and the river valley below.

  • The Abanotubani District: Exploring the historic sulfur bathhouse quarter, instantly recognizable by its cluster of low, brick domes built directly over the natural hot springs.

  • Georgian Cuisine: Immersing ourselves in the incredible local food scene, enjoying traditional dishes like khinkali (soup dumplings) and khachapuri (cheese bread) accompanied by renowned local wines.

A large river or reservoir with boats docked along the shore, surrounded by rolling hills and trees, under a clear sky.
A woman with long dark hair and light skin, wearing a blue quilted jacket and a blue scarf, standing outdoors near a stone railing with her right hand resting on it. She is smiling with a backdrop of autumn-colored trees, a bridge, and buildings on a
A woman standing on an ornate metal bridge near a river, with a castle and trees with autumn foliage in the background.
Panoramic view of the Motherland Calls monument with large stone relief sculptures on the base, depicting soldiers and historical scenes, under a clear sky, with a few people walking around in the plaza.
A woman with long dark hair standing on a brick walkway in front of historic church with a large tower, surrounded by trees with fall foliage, under a partly cloudy sky.
A city square with parked cars in the foreground, historic buildings with ornate architecture and clock towers in the middle ground, and a tall column with a golden statue on top against a clear blue sky in the background.
A woman with long dark hair, wearing a grey sweater, blue jeans, and black sneakers, stands on a stone-paved street in front of a historic stone church with a tall, pointed steeple. There are trees with green and yellow leaves, people walking in the
Young woman with long dark hair, wearing a blue jacket and jeans, standing on stone steps outdoors near a stone church with a tall tower, trees, and a clear blue sky.
A woman sitting on a brick wall with a cityscape in the background, holding a tabby cat, wearing a blue jacket and a blue scarf outdoors on a clear day.
A group of people walking across a bridge over a rocky creek in a forested area with trees, bushes, and a hillside with houses.
A young woman walking on a modern glass bridge with a metallic arch design in a cityscape, with residential and commercial buildings, a spherical structure, and cars below under a clear blue sky.
A woman standing on a bridge with metal railings over a river, with blue sky, modern architectural structure, and city buildings in the background during daytime.
A woman sitting on a park bench next to a bronze statue of a man, with a cityscape and river in the background on a clear, sunny day.
Tall radio or TV tower seen through surrounding trees against a clear blue sky.
A woman standing in front of a decorated Christmas tree inside a building with curved balconies and large windows. The scene is festive with Christmas garlands, lights, and nutcracker decorations.
Ancient Greek ruins with large stone columns and a staircase leading up to a structure with additional columns in the background, under a clear blue sky.
A woman in a blue jacket and black tights standing outside a large monument with carved figures and relief sculptures, with several other people in the background.
Large stone monument with intricate carved reliefs and figures, under a clear blue sky, in an open plaza.
Woman in a blue jacket posing on wide stone stairs in front of a large monument with carved relief sculptures, under clear blue sky.
A woman sitting on a stone wall in front of ancient-style stone columns and ruins, with stairs behind her, trees, and a clear blue sky.
A historic church with a prominent central tower, surrounded by trees with fall foliage and a paved courtyard with stairs leading to the entrance.
Tall church with a golden dome at the top, surrounded by trees with autumn leaves, blue sky with wispy clouds, stone stairs leading up to the entrance.
A woman sitting on wide staircase steps in front of a church with a tall, ornate tower topped with a golden dome and a cross. Several people stand or walk on the steps, and the sky is partly cloudy.
Interior of a vintage shop with hanging old pots, clocks, and musical instruments, including guitars, with shelves displaying various collectibles and artifacts, and people browsing.
Row of disposable coffee cups with hand-drawn portraits of various famous characters and people, placed against a beige wall.
A woman with long brown hair holding a paper coffee cup with a drawn portrait of herself on it, standing in front of a light-colored wooden wall.
A man with short brown hair and blue eyes holding a coffee cup with a hand-drawn portrait of himself on it.
View of the Black Wall Street Memorial with large stone pillars engraved with various historical figures and symbols, and several people walking and standing nearby on a paved area under a clear blue sky.