For people who go to Tbilisi for their education, the one
thing they should not miss out on is seeing the country. Georgia is one of the
most beautiful countries on this planet. The landscape has gorgeous mountains,
pristine blue rivers, spectacular scenery and some of the most friendliest
people in Eurasia.
So where should one begin?
The best time to see the countryside is during early spring
and fall. The colors of the trees and flowers are just out of this world. Plus,
no matter where you go there are many small markets which sell delicious fruits
and local Georgian foods; you can always negotiate the prices and you will
never go hungry. The other thing to note is that transportation in Georgia is
relatively cheap- in fact cheaper than most places in Europe. Trains run to
most other cities and are recommended if you plan to go far. Buses also connect
to most cities and towns, but they can be packed, especially if you travel
during summer.
In Georgian countryside, the majority of people you will
meet are down to earth, helpful and will go out of their way to help you out.
One feature that you will see almost everywhere in Georgia
are churches -something with Gothic architecture and others very small and
simple. If you are into hiking then you
need to see the Gergeti Trinity Church located next to Mt Kazbegi. If you do
not have a car, it is a 3-hour hike. And if you love beaches, then go visit the
Black Sea Coast and Batumi. While the beach lacks sand, it more than makes up for that with the
exotic mountainous landscape, where you can ski and then come down for a swim 2
hours later.
One of the most affordable destinations in Georgia include
Mtskheta which is the oldest city in Georgia. It is located just 14 miles north
of Tbilisi and is now part of the UNESCO World Heritage list because of its
buildings and greenery. Another city worth visiting is Kutaisi, which was once
the capital of Georgia. Most government offices are located here. The landmarks
of the city are the ruined Bagrati Cathedral built by Bagrat ll in the 11th
century and the Gelati monastery Further north, there is Svaneti which has
probably some of the best landscapes in Eurasia. It is also become part of the
UNESCO world heritage list.
Ushguli is a small community located NW of Tbilisi and is
the highest continuously inhabited settlement in Europe. The area is snow
covered at least 6-7 months a year. The place is most famous for its Svaneti
defense towers.
Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park is located in the lesser Caucasus just SW of
Tbilisi. It is the largest national park and probably the most picturesque with
his historical monuments, ecological zones and rich flora and fauna.
Turtle Lake is located on the outskirts of Tbilisi and named
after the turtles that reside in the area. This is the place to come to in the
summer as it is a place to party, tan and relax.
Georgia is a very affordable place to travel around. There
are ample hotels to suit all types of budgets. Food is available at low price
in most markets and transportation is relatively cheap.
Read: Is Georgia Safe For Indian Students? and Recreational Activities for Students.
For more information contact: DTMU India
Read: Is Georgia Safe For Indian Students? and Recreational Activities for Students.
For more information contact: DTMU India
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