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Georgia
Experience the Georgia travel magic where 8,000 years of ancient Qvevri winemaking traditions and historic Orthodox monasteries.
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About Georgia
Ancient Caucasus kingdom where mountains meet wine valleys, monasteries crown hilltops, and wine-drinking traditions span 8,000 years.
Georgia – one of the most popular travel destinations in the world has a history that dates back 3,000 years. As the cradle of wine-making, this Caucasian jewel continues to preserve its 8,000 years old Qvevri traditions along with its native grape varieties such as Saperavi. With its past comprising kingdoms of Colchis and Iberia and its Golden Era marked by Queen Tamar, this country's roots lie in its Eastern Orthodox religious background as well as Upper Svaneti region. The culture, alphabet and renowned Georgian hospitality have endured through the ages amidst various empires.
Best TimeMay-Oct, Mar-Apr
CurrencyGEL (₾)
ClimateTemperate-Subtropical
Time ZoneUTC+4 (GET)
LanguageGeorgian
VisaE-Visa (Indians)
CapitalTbilisi
Population3.8M
Best Time
May-Oct, Mar-Apr
Currency
GEL (₾)
Climate
Temperate-Subtropical
Time Zone
UTC+4 (GET)
Language
Georgian
Visa
E-Visa (Indians)
Capital
Tbilisi
Population
3.8M
Why Choose georgia?
The 8,000-Year Wine Legacy
Georgia is the world's oldest wine region, with evidence of winemaking dating back 8,000 years. The country is credited with inventing the qvevri (large clay vessel) fermentation method still used today. Wine is woven into Georgian spirituality, economy, and culture. The ancient Kakheti region remains the heart of Georgian wine production.
The Unique Georgian Alphabet
Georgia possesses one of the world's most distinctive writing systems: three unique alphabets (Asomtavruli, Nuskhuri, Mkhedruli) with origins dating to the 5th century. The script is phonetic with 33 letters and remains in continuous use. UNESCO recognized the 'Living Culture of Three Writing Systems' as intangible cultural heritage.
Golden Age of Tamar the Great
Queen Tamar (1184-1213) transformed Georgia into a major imperial power, establishing cultural and military dominance across the Caucasus and Eastern Mediterranean. She was a patron of arts, literature, and architecture. Georgian medieval manuscripts and architectural masterpieces from her era survive today, defining national identity.
Caucasus Monasteries & Christian Traditions
Georgia's spiritual landscape is marked by ancient monasteries perched on mountainsides: Gergeti Trinity Church, Bodbe Monastery, Gelati Monastery. These sacred sites have housed continuous worship for 1,500+ years. Georgian monasticism emphasizes monastic community, preservation of texts, and spiritual resilience through invasions and empires.
Must-Experience Attractions
Gergeti Trinity Church (2,170m Elevation)
Mount Kazbek Climbing & Hiking
Kakheti Wine Region & Qvevri Tasting
Tbilisi Old Town & Narikala Fortress
Svaneti Skiing & Medieval Tower Villages
Georgian Supra Feasts & Hospitality
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The church surrounded by alpine meadows and snow-capped peaks
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Georgian qvevri clay vessels used for 8,000 years of traditional winemaking
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Mount Kazbek with glaciers and geothermal hot springs below Gergeti Church
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Tbilisi Old Town with wooden balconies overhanging Mtkvari River
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Traditional khachapuri varieties including Adjaruli with egg topping
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Georgia – one of the most popular travel destinations in the world has a history that dates back 3,000 years. As the cradle of wine-making, this Caucasian jewel continues to preserve its 8,000 years old Qvevri traditions along with its native grape varieties such as Saperavi. With its past comprising kingdoms of Colchis and Iberia and its Golden Era marked by Queen Tamar, this country's roots lie in its Eastern Orthodox religious background as well as Upper Svaneti region. The culture, alphabet and renowned Georgian hospitality have endured through the ages amidst various empires.
Ancient Kingdoms, Wine Legacy, and Eastern Orthodox Heritage
Georgia – one of the most popular travel destinations in the world has a history that dates back 3,000 years. As the cradle of wine-making, this Caucasian jewel continues to preserve its 8,000 years old Qvevri traditions along with its native grape varieties such as Saperavi. With its past comprising kingdoms of Colchis and Iberia and its Golden Era marked by Queen Tamar, this country's roots lie in its Eastern Orthodox religious background as well as Upper Svaneti region. The culture, alphabet and renowned Georgian hospitality have endured through the ages amidst various empires.
| Ancient Kingdoms (8th Century BC - 4th Century AD)
The Kingdom of Colchis (western Georgia) and Kingdom of Iberia (eastern Georgia) emerged as major trading hubs. Known as the land of the Golden Fleece in Greek mythology, Georgia traded gold, wine, and silks with Greeks, Persians, and Romans. The Silk Road trade enriched these early kingdoms.
| Christianization & Kush the Apostle (4th Century AD 330-338)
Saint Nino, a Greek missionary, arrived in Georgia and converted the kingdom to Christianity. This date (330 AD) marks Georgia's conversion to Christianity, making it one of the earliest Christianized nations. The Georgian Apostolic Autocephalous Orthodox Church became central to national identity.
| Bagrationi Dynasty & Golden Age (888-1213)
King David the Builder (1089-1125) unified Georgia and defeated the Seljuk Turks, expanding Georgian territory to its greatest extent. His great-granddaughter, Queen Tamar the Great (1184-1213), expanded Georgia into an empire rivaling European powers, reaching from the Caucasus to Mesopotamia. This era produced magnificent architecture and literature.
| Decline & Foreign Rule (1243-1918)
Mongol invasions (1243), followed by Tamerlane's devastation (1386-1403), fragmented Georgia into smaller kingdoms. By the 17th century, Georgia was divided between Ottoman and Persian influence. The 1795 Russo-Turkish War began Russian encroachment. By 1801, Georgia became part of the Russian Empire, losing sovereignty for 119 years.
| Independence & Soviet Era (1918-1991)
Georgia declared independence in 1918 and became a brief Democratic Republic (1918-1921). However, Soviet forces incorporated Georgia into the USSR in 1921. For 70 years, Georgia remained a Soviet Socialist Republic under Moscow's control until the Soviet collapse.
| Modern Independence (1991-Present)
On April 9, 1991, Georgia declared independence from the Soviet Union. The Rose Revolution (2003) and ongoing European integration marked Georgia's westward trajectory. Despite regional conflicts, Georgia developed into a vibrant modern nation: winemaker, democratic reformer, tourist destination, and cultural bridge between East and West.
Independence
April 9, 1991
From Soviet Union
Christianization
330 AD
One of earliest Christian nations
Wine Culture
8,000 years
World's oldest wine-producing region
Capital
Tbilisi
Named 'City of Warm Spring'
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