Tbilisi
Tbilisi is the vibrant beating heart of Georgia. It's a city of contrasts where ancient history lives alongside modern energy. Founded in the 5th century by King Vakhtang Gorgasali, it has been destroyed and rebuilt 29 times, yet its spirit remains unbroken. From the sulphur baths to the Narikala Fortress, from the winding streets of the Old Town to the modern avenues, Tbilisi offers an endless discovery.
Places of Interest
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Metekhi Church
“The Area Around the Palace (supposedly)”Metekhi Church has watched over Tbilisi for centuries from its strategic cliffside perch. Beside it stands the equestrian statue of King Vakhtang Gorgasali, the city's founder. The church has been destroyed and rebuilt many times, serving as a fortress, a prison during the Soviet era, and now a functioning church again. It's a symbol of Tbilisi's resilience.
Jan Shardeni Street
Named after the French traveler Jean Chardin, this street is the center of Tbilisi's social life. It's lined with trendy cafes, shisha bars, and art galleries. By day, it's a place for a coffee; by night, it transforms into a busy party hub. The 'Tamada' statue nearby is a copy of an ancient Colchian figure.
Sulphur Public Bath House
“Abanotubani (Bath District)”This is where Tbilisi began. 'Tbili' means warm, named after these very sulphur springs. Legend has it that King Vakhtang Gorgasali's falcon fell into a hot spring here (some say it was a pheasant), and he decided to build a city on the spot. The baths have been a place of relaxation and socialization for centuries, visited by Pushkin and Dumas. The distinctive brick domes are a city icon.
Old Tbilisi
Old Tbilisi is a maze of crooked streets, wooden balconies, and hidden courtyards. It's a blend of cultures—Georgian, Armenian, Persian, Russian, and European influences coexist here. Look up to see the ornate carved balconies, a signature of Tbilisi architecture. The area includes the Narikala Fortress, the Botanical Garden, and numerous churches, mosques, and synagogues standing side by side.
Chronicles of Georgia
“Also known as the Georgian Stonehenge (nickname)”This is one of Tbilisi’s most striking “why haven’t I heard of this?” spots. The monument is a forest of massive stone pillars carved with reliefs — the lower bands tell Georgian history (kings, battles, legends), while the upper bands lean more religious. Come for the sculpture up close, then step back for the scale, and don’t miss the viewpoint over the city and the Tbilisi Sea.Cathedral of the Holy Trinity
“Tsminda Sameba (Holy Trinity) / Sameba Cathedral”Sameba is impossible to miss once you know where to look — it sits above the city like an anchor. The architecture is modern (completed in the early 2000s) but intentionally references traditional Georgian church forms, scaled up to feel monumental. Give yourself time to approach from different angles: it changes as you climb, and the viewpoints around the complex are part of the experience.
Metekhi Church
Metekhi Church has watched over Tbilisi for centuries from its strategic cliffside perch. Beside it stands the equestrian statue of King Vakhtang Gorgasali, the city's founder. The church has been destroyed and rebuilt many times, serving as a fortress, a prison during the Soviet era, and now a functioning church again. It's a symbol of Tbilisi's resilience.
Jan Shardeni Street
Named after the French traveler Jean Chardin, this street is the center of Tbilisi's social life. It's lined with trendy cafes, shisha bars, and art galleries. By day, it's a place for a coffee; by night, it transforms into a busy party hub. The 'Tamada' statue nearby is a copy of an ancient Colchian figure.
Sulphur Public Bath House
This is where Tbilisi began. 'Tbili' means warm, named after these very sulphur springs. Legend has it that King Vakhtang Gorgasali's falcon fell into a hot spring here (some say it was a pheasant), and he decided to build a city on the spot. The baths have been a place of relaxation and socialization for centuries, visited by Pushkin and Dumas. The distinctive brick domes are a city icon.
Old Tbilisi
Old Tbilisi is a maze of crooked streets, wooden balconies, and hidden courtyards. It's a blend of cultures—Georgian, Armenian, Persian, Russian, and European influences coexist here. Look up to see the ornate carved balconies, a signature of Tbilisi architecture. The area includes the Narikala Fortress, the Botanical Garden, and numerous churches, mosques, and synagogues standing side by side.
Chronicles of Georgia
This is one of Tbilisi’s most striking “why haven’t I heard of this?” spots. The monument is a forest of massive stone pillars carved with reliefs — the lower bands tell Georgian history (kings, battles, legends), while the upper bands lean more religious. Come for the sculpture up close, then step back for the scale, and don’t miss the viewpoint over the city and the Tbilisi Sea.
Cathedral of the Holy Trinity
Sameba is impossible to miss once you know where to look — it sits above the city like an anchor. The architecture is modern (completed in the early 2000s) but intentionally references traditional Georgian church forms, scaled up to feel monumental. Give yourself time to approach from different angles: it changes as you climb, and the viewpoints around the complex are part of the experience.