Georgia is a country in the Caucasus which lies at the eastern end of the Black Sea. It is a country filled with magnificent history and unparalleled natural beauty. Georgia is an amazing cluster of cultures, religions and fascinating landscapes. It is a country where everyone can find something to his liking, from snowy peaks to subtropical shores, from deserts to lush forests, from cities to enchanting villages. Such a variety of Georgia tourist destinations attract many tourists every year.

Tbilisi is the capital as well as the biggest city in Georgia. It is a delightful mixture of the modern as well as the traditional. The modern architecture such as the skyscrapers and contemporary buildings stand side by side next to the pockets of Eurasian heritage. Many factors make it an exceedingly vibrant destination.

Mtskheta is one of the historic towns in the country, which can be found at the northern part of Tbilisi, it was the center of Christianity in Georgia during the 12th century. One of the famous tourist destinations in this town is the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral. Georgian Military Highway has a length of 220 kilometers and stretches from Tbilisi to Madikavkaz. Tsminda Sameba Church is an interesting place which you can see along the highway. This highway is historic because it was constructed by Russians who colonized the country in 19th century. Like these there are many Georgia tourist destinations which portray the historical aspect of Georgia.

Mount Kasbek is Caucasus' third highest mountain with its height being 16504 feet. It is a paradise for hiking and trekking, accommodations are also available. Gudauri is a ski resort; here tourists can enjoy snowboarding, skiing and ski touring. One of the finest tourist destinations in the Republic of Georgia is Sukhumi, it is Abkhazia's capital and it is famous for numerous attractive beaches. It also features the remains of the Castle of the Georgian Bagratid King as well as the Shroma Cave. These Georgia tourist destinations attract those who like some adventure or relaxing on the beaches.

Bordzhomi in the region of Tori is a spa town that is known for producing mineral water. Here travelers can try hiking, trekking and picnicking. Lake Tabatskuri is one of the beautiful places to see in this region.

The Georgian cuisine is specific to the country and contains some influences from the Middle Eastern and European culinary traditions. The Georgian cuisine offers a variety of dishes with various herbs and spices. Georgian breakfast consists of toast or bread rolls with eggs, honey, marmalade and strong coffee. The main meal is traditionally eaten at noon. This is known as the Mittagessen. Dinner or Abendessen is a smaller meal that consists of sandwiches only. Some of the important cuisines are kharcho (fiery rice and mutton soup), chizhi-pizhi (pieces of liver and spleen roasted in butter and whipped egg) and tabaka (crisp chicken) served with satsivi (pungent sour sauce). With so many things to offer, Georgia tourist destinations have made it an ideal country to visit.

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