A substantial protest unfolded in Tbilisi on Saturday, intensifying the demand for severe repercussions against a woman accused of vandalizing a religious icon portraying Josef Stalin, recently placed in the Georgian capital. The incident, which occurred in the main Holy Trinity Cathedral, has heightened tensions and revealed profound divisions in Georgia regarding the legacy of … Read more
“Dry socks,” Giorgi, my guide, declares with nonchalant wisdom, “the most essential item in your hiker’s arsenal.” I nod, distracted by the dizzying drop off our 4×4 navigates on the way to Juta, a mountain village near the Georgia-Russia border. Potholes threaten, gorges beckon, but Giorgi’s reassurance cuts through the trepidation: “Trust me, the views … Read more
Georgia’s landscape whispers tales of a bygone era, and its cave cities stand as silent guardians of these ancient secrets. While Uplistsikhe whispers of 3,000-year-old kingdoms, David Gareja echoes with 6th-century monastic chants, and Samshvilde’s dwellings lie forgotten, none captivate the soul quite like Vardzia. Carved into the slopes of Mount Erusheti, overlooking the Mtkvari … Read more
Svaneti, a remote region in Georgia’s highlands, unfolds like a dream. Imagine snow-clad peaks piercing the sky, spruce-covered gorges carved by time, and ancient villages whispering tales of a bygone era. Here, amidst the breathtaking scenery, a distinct highlander culture thrives, rich in mysterious folk customs and an ancient, unwritten tongue. Whispers from the Shadows: … Read more