GEORGIA
Cradle of Wine & Ancient Culture
"Situated at the strategically important crossroads where Europe meets Asia, Georgia has a unique and ancient cultural heritage, and is famed for its traditions of hospitality and cuisine."
"Georgia's natural beauty—vineyards, seaside, mountains, forests—finally reappeared on the map after 1991. Georgians, a proud, gregarious, food-and-wine-obsessed people, may be the world's most welcoming hosts."
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Unique Georgian Experiences
- Extreme
TUSHETI
Don't compare with other sights
Are you so dare to visit Tusheti? Be ready to pass one of the world's most dangerous road, 2900m Abano Pass is open only in summer.
- UNESCO
Kvevri
Wine-making method in UNESCO heritage list
The history of wine making in traditional kvevri vessels started 8000 years ago in Georgia. Take tour in Kakheti and taste the history.
- Heritage
SVANETI
Towers in the sky
UNESCO Heritage Site. Historical Dream-land Hidden by Mountains: Ski resorts and lakes, breathtaking landscape and old Towers, museums and hospitality.
Occupied Territories
Russia has occupied 20% of Georgia's territory, including ABKHAZIA and TSKHINVALI regions.
These regions remain inaccessible to visitors due to the ongoing occupation.
Why Visit Georgia?
Click through to discover what makes Georgia Europe's most exciting destination.
8,000 Years of Wine Mastery
The Birthplace of Wine Civilization
Georgia isn't just another wine destination - it's literally where wine was born! Archaeological evidence from 8,000-year-old clay vessels proves that Georgians were the first humans to domesticate grapes and create wine. This isn't marketing hype; it's scientific fact. The UNESCO-protected Qvevri method involves fermenting wine in giant clay vessels buried underground, creating flavors you simply cannot find anywhere else on Earth. Every sip connects you to 8 millennia of unbroken tradition, making Georgian wine not just a drink, but a liquid time machine to humanity's agricultural revolution.
"France perfected the château, but Georgia invented the wine. With 8,000 vintages behind it, Georgia has been making wine 5,000 years longer than France."
Best Time
September - October (harvest season) for grape picking experiences
Budget
$25-60 per wine tour with tastings
Must Do
Join a traditional Georgian supra feast with a toastmaster (tamada)
Ready for an Adventure?
Join the proud, gregarious, food-and-wine-obsessed Georgians - possibly the world's most welcoming hosts.