Adjara

Region · 🇬🇪 Georgia

Population 354,900

Area 3,011 km²

Time zone Asia/Tbilisi

Official website www.guria.gov.ge

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Adjara Must-Sees

Adjara encompasses the Black Sea coastline and the Lesser Caucasus mountains, blending ancient history with contemporary urban design. The regional capital, Batumi, features the 130-meter Alphabet Tower and the kinetic Nino and Ali sculpture. Beyond the city, the landscape includes the 1st-century Roman fortifications at Gonio, the Byzantine ruins of Petra, and the 108-hectare Batumi Botanical Garden. Natural landmarks such as the 50-meter Makhuntseti Waterfall highlight the region's subtropical mountain terrain.

15 places

Peaks and Viewpoints

This collection highlights the prominent summits and observation points of the Meskheti Range within the Adjara region. It features high-altitude peaks like Taginauri and Shedrekili, reaching elevations over 2,400 meters, alongside the alpine Mtzvane Tba (Green Lake). The list includes strategic viewpoints such as the watching tower near Gadasakhedi and the village of Kikibo, offering panoramic vistas of the Lesser Caucasus, subalpine meadows, and coniferous forests characteristic of Southwest Georgia.

10 places

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Castles and Forts

Explore the defensive architecture of Adjara, ranging from the 1st-century Roman fortification of Gonio-Apsaros to the 6th-century Byzantine citadel of Petra. The list includes the high-altitude Khikhani Fortress, built in the 13th century at 2,236 meters above sea level, and the medieval ruins of Queen Tamara's fortress. These sites illustrate the region’s strategic importance for the Roman, Byzantine, and Georgian kingdoms, featuring diverse masonry styles and military engineering from different eras.

5 places

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Nature & Waterfalls

This collection highlights the diverse ecosystems of Adjara, from the humid subtropical forests of Mtirala National Park to the high-altitude alpine zones of the Lesser Caucasus. It features prominent landmarks like the 50-meter Makhuntseti Waterfall and the volcanic Green Lake at 2,022 meters. Urban escapes include Georgia's oldest public park, 6 May Park, while remote destinations like Tbikeli Lake offer glacial scenery within the Kintrishi Protected Areas.

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