georgia
No country in the world
other than Georgia offers visitors so much to see, experience
and do packed into such a small territory. Although Georgia is
only the same size as Ireland, there are subtropical beaches,
dense forests, arid deserts and the highest mountains in Europe.
Each tourist visiting Georgia will be enchanted with this exotic
country, where Europe and Asia meet.
1) Summer sea and Winter
Ski resorts
Georgia is a year-round tourism destination. In Georgia, you can
enjoy the sea till November - one of the longest swimming
seasons in Europe. After that, why not head to the mountains,
where there is guaranteed snow until late April which makes
Georgia a top destination for skiers and snowboarders. Any month
of the year though, you should try our famous Spring waters,
curative and tasty.
2) The birthplace of
Vine and Wine
In Georgia grape was first domesticated and wine was first
produced. Today the country is home to hundreds of unique and
amazing varieties, and many wines are still made according to
ancient methods. Visit Georgia and enjoy our sixth millennium of
winemaking.
3) An Ancient Country of Myth and Legend
The first humans ever to leave Africa have been discovered in
Georgia, meaning the country is home to the word’s first
Europeans. Georgia is also a land of myth; it was here that
Prometheus was chained to a mountainside for giving the secret
of fire to mankind, and it was here that Jason and the Argonauts
discovered the fabled Golden Fleece.
4) Georgian Spirit, Lifestyle and Hospitality
In Georgia, they say that every guest is sent by God. That’s
something that every visitor feels firsthand as soon as they
arrive in the country. Our hospitality is legendary, come and
experience it for yourself.
5) Cuisine
Georgia’s unique food is a gourmet treat for every visitor, from
vegetarian dishes to sumptuous feasts, prepared with secret
spices and rare ingredients, Georgian cuisine offers something
for everybody.
6) Flora and Fauna
Georgia is one of the most ecologically diverse countries in the
world, with climatic zones ranging from subtropical to high
alpine to semi-desert. Georgia is also home to vast expanses of
completely unspoiled wildernesses, including one of Europe’s
largest national parks. Our pristine wetlands and mountain
aeries make this country a Mecca for bird watchers worldwide.
Bears, lynxes and even leopards can be found in Georgia’s dense
forests of Caucasian fir-the tallest trees in Europe.
7) Endless Tourism Possibilities
From adventure tourism to discovering the art of wine making,
Georgia has something to delight every visitor. Take advantage
of the cheapest heli-skiing in Europe, or tour some of the
finest medieval architecture in the world, delve into ancient,
subterranean cave cities, or relax at world class beach resorts
- in Georgia, everything is possible.
8) Unique and Proud Culture
Georgians are an ancient people, and our cultural traditions run
deep. Our three-part harmony singing will have you mesmerized,
while breathtaking national dances, some of which involve sword
fighting and dagger throwing, will have you on the edge of your
seat.
9) Architectural Monuments
From sixth century churches standing guard on mountaintops, to
whole cave cities carved into the rock, Georgia has an amazingly
rich architectural heritage. Even in the mountain fastnesses of
the high Caucasus, medieval watchtowers and fortresses dot the
landscape, and Tbilisi - once known as the Paris of the South -
is home to whole districts of stunning nineteenth century
buildings.
10) UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Our three current heritage sites include the ancient capital
city of Mtskheta, the massive cathedral complexes of Bagrati and
Gelati, and the mountain region of Svaneti, where every family
has it’s own defensive tower. Sites on the tentative list
include the Maltaqva wetlands, where thousands of endangered
species of bird stop each year on their annual migration, and
the regions of Khevsureti and Tusheti, where fortified villages
still preserve pre-Christian pagan traditions.
