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Summer landscape from Svaneti, Mt Ushba region, Caucasus mountain.

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Overview

Having gone from backpacker secret to mainstream darling in just a decade, Georgia today is by far the most visited country in the South Caucasus, and it’s easy to see why: its rich culture and astonishingly diverse landscapes make it an ideal destination for anyone loving history and nature on the grandest of scales.


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Best Places to Visit

The country of Georgia is packed with historic sights, surprising cities and endless outdoor activities. Here's our guide to the top places to visit.

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Things to Know

Plan your visit to the beautiful, charming country of Georgia with these tips on packing, etiquette and safety.

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Georgia, Gudauri, October 2022 - Russian Georgian Friendship Monument, License Type: media, Download Time: 2025-06-02T12:57:39.000Z, User: clairenaylor, Editorial: true, purchase_order: 65050 - Digital Destinations and Articles, job: Online editorial, client: Soviet heritage Georgia, other: Claire Naylor

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6 of the best places to experience Georgia's Soviet heritage

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