Day Trip In Georgia - Kazbegi

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Stop At: Jinvali Water Reservoir, 40 km to the North from Tbilisi, Tbilisi Georgia

Zhinvali, also Jinvali, is an artificial water reservoir located on the river Aragvi in Georgia. The building of the hydroelectric dam formed the Zhinvali Reservoir. The dam has been built in 1986.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Ananuri Fortified Castle Ensemble, Georgian Military Highway, Ananuri Georgia

Ananuri castle represents multifunctional architectural complex of the late feudal times in Georgia. Built on the right bank of Aragvi River in 16th-17th cc, it was the main seat of Aragvi Eristavi - Dukes dynasty since 13th c

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Aragvi River, Gudauri Georgia

White Aragvi river merging with Black Aragvi river | Pasanauri

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Gudauri Ski Resort, Gudauri Georgia

Gudauri ski resort lies 120 km to the north of the capital Tbilisi on the Greater Caucasus Mountain Range in Georgia. This region in Georgia is popular with spectacular views and high-altitude mountains.

Snow covers the area until the early spring.

Gudauri is considered to be the developing ski resort. The resort’s infrastructure is expanding and growing with new visions of modern Georgia. Investments in infrastructure and real estate attract not only locals but foreigners as well. Besides, numerous international hotels will soon start to operate at the resort.

Gudauri’s recreational zone is positioned on a south-facing plateau which makes it unique.

Recently launched Kobi Pass ski area will guarantee the right snow conditions throughout the whole season that will also prolong skiing period to the late spring. Kobi – Gudauri, ski lift system, will also be crucial for guests who get stuck at Kobi area during heavy snowfall in winter.

The resort has unlimited freeride possibilities. All slopes are entirely above the tree line, are best for free-riders and are generally considered to be avalanche-safe. Artificial snow will guarantee the availability of red pistes during the season launch. Night skiing is also one of the best skiing activity for guests.

If extreme is not enough, heliski and paragliding is at your disposal. Cultural ski tour to Lomisa Mountains is one of the unique experiences you can have on the resort.

The maximum exposure to the sun with skiable area makes Gudauri one of the best places for extreme sports lovers.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Gergeti Trinity Church, Stepantsminda Georgia

The Trinity Church of Gergeti

Gergeti Trinity Church (Georgian: წმინდა სამება - Tsminda Sameba) is a popular name for Holy Trinity Church near the village of Gergeti in Georgia. The church is situated on the right bank of the river Chkheri (the left tributary of the river Terek), at an elevation of 2170 meters (7120 feet), under Mount Kazbegi.

The Gergeti Trinity Church was built in the 14th century, and is the only cross-cupola church in Khevi province. The separate belltower dates from the same period as the church itself. Its isolated location on top of a steep mountain surrounded by the vastness of nature has made it a symbol for Georgia. The 18th century Georgian author Vakhushti Batonishvili wrote that in times of danger, precious relics from Mtskheta, including Saint Nino's Cross were brought here for safekeeping. During the Soviet era, all religious services were prohibited, but the church remained a popular tourist destination. The church is now an active establishment of the Georgian Orthodox and Apostolic Church

Duration: 2 hours

Pass By: Mount Kazbek/ Mqinvartsveri, Stepantsminda Georgia

Kazbegi National Park is located on the northern slopes of the mighty Caucasus range, and its protected area covers a total of over 8,700 hectares. At 5,047 metres above sea level, Kazbegi Mountain (or Mkinvartsveri) is the third highest mountain in Georgia, and is surrounded by myths and religious tradition. According to Greek mythology, as punishment for teaching mankind how to make fire, the Titan Prometheus was chained to a mountainside in the Caucasus for all eternity. According to Georgian stories, it was the icy slopes of Kazbegi to which he was chained. Prometheus (known as Amirani in Georgia) was supposedly imprisoned in a cave 4,000 meters high.