Kutaisin puistot ja muistomerkit

Kutaisi's Hidden Gems

This collection highlights Kutaisi's quieter cultural and recreational spaces. It includes the historic Central Garden with its classical layout, the Folk Arts Center showcasing traditional Georgian craftsmanship, and the hilltop Gabashvili Park, accessible by a Soviet-era cable car. The list also features the Park of Glory, a site of national remembrance, and a monument dedicated to Ilia Chavchavadze, the 19th-century intellectual leader of Georgia's national revival.

Vladimir Šinkaruk / CC-BY-SA

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Central Garden "Boulevard"

One of Kutaisi's oldest public spaces, this central park features a distinctive fountain, statues of local historical figures, and paved walking paths shaded by mature trees.

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Folk Arts Center

A cultural hub dedicated to preserving Georgian heritage through exhibitions of traditional crafts, folk music performances, and workshops led by local artisans.

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B. Gabashvili kulture and rest park

Located on a hill overlooking the city, this recreational area features amusement rides and is reachable via a scenic vintage cable car from the city center.

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Park of Glory

A memorial park featuring monuments dedicated to significant events in Georgian history, including World War II and the struggle for independence.

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Ilia Chavchavadze

A monument honoring the 19th-century writer and public figure known as the "Father of the Nation" for his pivotal role in the Georgian national revival.