Kutaisi látnivalói

Kutaisi Essentials

Kutaisi, one of the world's oldest cities, serves as the historic heart of the Imereti region. This collection features the 11th-century Bagrati Cathedral and the 19th-century stone synagogue in the historic Jewish Quarter. Cultural landmarks include the neoclassical Lado Meskhishvili Theater and the State Historical Museum, which houses ancient Colchian gold. Local life is centered around the Green Bazaar and the Colchis Fountain, while the Soviet-era aerial tramway and the White Bridge provide perspectives over the Rioni River.

Kutaisi Essentials — Térkép

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Bagrati Cathedral

The Cathedral of the Dormition, or the Kutaisi Cathedral, more commonly known as Bagrati Cathedral, is an 11th-century cathedral in the…

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White Bridge, Kutaisi.

An iconic pedestrian bridge over the Rioni River featuring a statue of the 'Picasso Boy.' Built in 1872, it offers views of the historic district and the distinctive white river stones.

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Colchis Fountain

Located in the central square, this multi-tiered fountain features 30 enlarged replicas of ancient gold jewelry found at the archaeological site of Vani, representing the heritage of the Colchis Kingdom.

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"Old Town" - "Gabashvili Park" Aerial Tramway

A Soviet-era cable car system connecting the river bank to Gabashvili Park on the hill. It provides a quick ascent with panoramic views of the city center and Bagrati Cathedral.

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Village Market

Also known as the Green Bazaar, this central market is famous for its large Soviet-era bas-relief facade and stalls selling Imeretian cheese, local spices, and churchkhela.

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Kutaisi State Historical Museum

Founded in 1921, this museum houses over 150,000 artifacts, including archaeological finds from the Colchis period, medieval manuscripts, and a significant treasury of Georgian religious art.

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Lado Meskhishvili Theater

A neoclassical architectural landmark dating back to the late 19th century. It is one of the oldest professional theaters in Georgia and serves as a focal point of the central square.

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Okros Chardakhi

The 'Golden Marquee' is a 17th-century residence used by the Imeretian kings. Located on the banks of the Rioni River, it is the only surviving structure of the former royal palace complex.

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Kutaisi Synagogue

The Kutaisi Synagogue is a Jewish congregation and synagogue, located at 57–59 Boris Gaponov Street in Kutaisi in the Republic of Georgia.