Caucasian Challenge 2016 Day 5: The Zagar Pass

We continue our review of the Caucasian Challenge 2016 with Day 5, crossing the Zagar Pass.         The driving on day 5 is always one of the highlights of the Caucasian Challenge. It can be challenging, especially after the party in Mestia on Day 4, but it’s so worth it: the scenery […]

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Do You Dare Take a Ride on Chiatura’s Ancient Cable Cars?

Chiatura’s ancient cable cars are one of the most interesting sites in the Caucusus.      If you like cable cars, you’ll love the Caucasus. Treat yourself to a trip on modern tramways which take you up to Narikala Fortress in Tbilisi, rise up from Batumi’s harbour, and cross the magnificent valleys leading you to Tatev monastery […]

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Drive the Georgian Military Highway

The Georgian Military Highway is the fastest route from Tbilisi to Russia, but there are plenty reasons to drive it even if you don’t want to leave Georgia!     The Georgian Military Highway is the fastest route from Tbilisi to Russia, but it’s no ordinary motorway. It can be a challenging drive (thanks to […]

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The Mysterious Mountain Church of Stepantsminda

  Stepantsminda’s mysterious mountain church is an essential sight on any visit to Georgia.       Georgia has more than its share of remote villages, impressive mountains, and beautiful churches, but when all three are combined in one place it’s still something special: Stepantsminda is just that. Found in the North of Georgia, on […]

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In Praise of Georgian Food: Khinkali

If you want to eat Georgian food, khinkali are an excellent place to start. These tasty dumplings are popular throughout the country. Be sure to try them if you visit, just make sure you eat them correctly!         While there are many delicious dishes to try in Georgia and the Southern Caucasus, when it comes to Georgian […]

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Top 10 Things to Do in Batumi

The Top 10 things to do in Batumi, Georgia’s premier seaside resort.     Batumi is where Georgians go to relax: there’s sea, sun, and in summer there’s no better place to party. Its bright lights, eye-catching modern architecture and its many casinos have earned Batumi a reputation as the “Las Vegas of the Black […]

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