✨ Georgia is a stunning crossroads of Europe and Asia, known for its ancient history, dramatic Caucasus Mountains, world-class wine culture, warm hospitality, and charming cities like Tbilisi and Batumi. A land where tradition meets modern vibrance.

🏙️ Capital
Tbilisi

✈️ Major International Airports
• Tbilisi International Airport (TBS)
• Batumi International Airport (BUS)
• Kutaisi International Airport (KUT)

☎️ Country Code
+995

💳 Credit Cards
Widely accepted in hotels, malls, restaurants, and urban areas.
Cash preferred in rural towns and small vendors.

💰 Currency
Georgian Lari (GEL)

🛫 Departure Tax
Included in air tickets.

🚗 Driving Side
Right

⚡ Electricity
220V, 50Hz
Plug Types: C & F (European)

🌍 Ethnic Groups
Georgian (majority)
Azeri, Armenian, Russian, and minority groups

📍 Location
At the intersection of Eastern Europe and Western Asia
Borders Russia, Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Türkiye; coastline along the Black Sea.

🗣️ Official Language
Georgian
English increasingly spoken in cities and tourist regions.

🕌 Religion
Majority Eastern Orthodox Christian
Minority Muslim and Armenian Apostolic communities

🕰️ Time Zone
Georgia Standard Time (UTC +4)

💁 Tipping Guidelines
• Restaurants: 5–10% (many include service charge)
• Taxis: Not required, rounding up common
• Porters: 2–5 GEL
• Tour Guides: 10–20 GEL per person per day

Georgia is a year-round destination, each season offering something unique. 

Spring (April–June): Pleasant weather, blooming landscapes, ideal for sightseeing and hiking. 
Summer (July–August): Warm on the coast (Batumi), hot in the lowlands, but perfect for mountain escapes in Kazbegi and Svaneti. 
Autumn (September–October): The grape harvest season, especially in Kakheti, and some of the best weather for cultural and outdoor tours. 
Winter (December–March): Snowfall transforms Georgia into a ski destination, with resorts in Gudauri, Bakuriani, and Mestia.

Tbilisi 
Georgia’s vibrant capital blends old and new. Explore the Narikala Fortress, sulfur baths, Rustaveli Avenue, Freedom Square, and the colorful old town with its mix of cultures. 

Mtskheta 
The ancient capital and spiritual heart of Georgia, home to UNESCO-listed Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and Jvari Monastery. 

Kakheti Wine Region 
Known as the birthplace of wine, this region offers vineyard tours, wine tastings, and traditional feasts (supras) with polyphonic singing. 

Kazbegi (Stepantsminda) 
A mountain town dominated by Mount Kazbek, with the iconic Gergeti Trinity Church perched dramatically on a hilltop. 

Svaneti 
A remote highland region with medieval stone towers, UNESCO villages, and breathtaking trekking routes. 

Batumi 
A Black Sea resort city with a lively promenade, modern architecture, botanical gardens, and casinos. 

Uplistsikhe Cave Town 
An ancient rock-hewn settlement once part of the Silk Road, filled with tunnels, halls, and temples. 

Borjomi 
Famous for its mineral water springs and lush national park.

Tbilisoba (October): A lively celebration of Tbilisi’s history, culture, music, and food. 
Rtveli (September–October): The traditional grape harvest festival in Kakheti, filled with feasts and wine-making traditions. 
New Wine Festival (May): Showcases Georgia’s ancient wine culture in Tbilisi. 
Black Sea Jazz Festival (July, Batumi): International music festival attracting global artists. 
Orthodox Easter: Celebrated with religious rituals, traditional foods, and family gatherings. 

Georgia offers unique handicrafts and local specialties perfect for souvenirs. 

What to Buy: Wine, chacha (Georgian brandy), handmade carpets, enamel jewelry (minankari), wooden carvings, felt products, honey, and traditional sweets like churchkhela. 
Where to Shop: Tbilisi’s Dry Bridge Flea Market, local wine cellars in Kakheti, souvenir shops in Mtskheta and Batumi. 
Tips: Bargaining is possible in markets, but fixed prices apply in shops. Always check customs rules if buying alcohol for export.

Traditional Dishes: 
Khachapuri: Cheese-filled bread, Georgia’s most famous dish with many regional varieties. 
Khinkali: Juicy dumplings filled with spiced meat, mushrooms, or cheese. 
Badrijani Nigvzit: Eggplant rolls with walnut paste. 
Mtsvadi: Georgian-style grilled meat skewers. 
Pkhali: Vegetable pâtés mixed with ground walnuts and herbs. 
Lobio: Hearty bean stew often served with mchadi (cornbread). 

Drinks: 
Wine: Georgia is considered the cradle of wine, with 8,000 years of tradition using qvevri clay vessels. 
Chacha: A strong grape brandy, often homemade. 
Mineral Water: Borjomi is world-famous for its naturally carbonated springs. 
Tea & Coffee: Black tea is common; Turkish-style coffee is served in many regions. 

Food in Georgia is more than nourishment — it is an art of hospitality. Meals are often accompanied by supra, a traditional feast led by a tamada (toastmaster), with endless toasts and music.