God's Backyard - Georgia

✨Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia, blends ancient history, unique culture, and modern vibes. ✅Must-Visit Attractions 1. Old Tbilisi - 🌟Highlights: Narrow cobblestone streets, 🌈colorful wooden balconies, and sulfur baths. - 👍Recommendation: Stroll along Shardeni Street, ☕soaking up the artistic atmosphere of cafés and galleries. - Abanotubani Sulfur Baths: ♨️Experience traditional sulfur baths (e.g., Orbeliani Bathhouse—advance booking recommended). 2. Holy Trinity Cathedral🏰 - Georgia’s largest Orthodox church, with golden domes overlooking the city. [CityNight]Night views are especially stunning. 3. Narikala Fortress - The best spot for panoramic views of Tbilisi. 🌄Visit at dusk—reachable on foot or by cable car (departing from Rike Park). 4. Peace Bridge🌉 - A modern glass-and-steel bridge linking the old and new towns, 🪩brilliantly lit at night. 5. Dry Bridge Market - Hunt for Soviet-era antiques, vintage items, and 📿handicrafts—perfect for retro lovers. 6. Georgian National Museum - Explore Georgia’s history, especially the prehistoric gold exhibit and Soviet occupation section. 🍜Food Recommendations 1. Traditional Georgian Cuisine - Khinkali🥠 (soup dumplings): Try "Khinkali House." - Khachapuri🫓 (cheese bread): Don’t miss Adjaruli Khachapuri (boat-shaped). - Churchkhela (nut candy)🍬: A common street snack. 2. Wine Experience🍾 - Georgia is the birthplace of wine—sample local qvevri wines (e.g., Saperavi, Rkatsiteli). 🌴Day Trips 1. Mtskheta - A UNESCO-listed ancient city with Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and Jvari Monastery. 2. Kazbegi - Stop at Ananuri Fortress en route to 🏔Gergeti Trinity Church beneath snow-capped peaks. 🚐Book a private or group tour. 3. Gori - Stalin’s hometown, featuring the Stalin Museum and Uplistsikhe cave town. 🚗Transport Guide - Airport transfers: [Metro]Metro (Red Line to Rustaveli) or taxis (Bolt/Yandex ~20-30 GEL). - City transport: Metro (1 GEL/ride), buses, or walking (Old Town is pedestrian-friendly). - Car rental/taxis: [TaxiFront]International license required; hire drivers for mountain routes (local agencies available). 🏫Accommodation Picks - Luxury: Stamba Hotel (industrial chic) or Rooms Hotel Tbilisi. - Budget: Fabrika (hostel/creative hub) or Old Town guesthouses. - 🌟Unique: Traditional courtyard hotels near sulfur baths. ⚠️Tips 1. Visa: E-visa ($20, official website) or visa-free with a valid developed-country visa for Chinese passport holders. 2. Currency: GEL (1 USD ≈ 2.7 GEL in 2023). 💰Cash is widely used. 3. Language: Limited English; download a translator or learn basic Georgian (e.g., "Gamarjoba" for hello). 4. Safety: Generally safe, but avoid isolated areas at night. Best Seasons - Spring/Fall (🌱Apr-Jun, 🍁Sep-Oct): Pleasant weather for outdoor activities. - ❄Winter (Nov-Mar): ⛷️Skiing in mountains, 🎄festive Christmas vibes. - ☘️Summer (Jul-Aug): Hot—escape to Kazbegi or the Black Sea coast. Tbilisi is ideal for slow travel—take extra days to savor its laid-back charm. With more time, explore other Georgian destinations!