Georgia’s historical mystique, natural beauty and archaeological discoveries make it an alluring Eastern European destination. Georgia has long been a crossroads of Asia and Europe, where the Silk Road and other trade routes passed. The towering Caucasus Mountains soldier its northern border with Russia and the region is sprinkled with remote, hidden communities sheltered by dense forests and deep gorges; this isolation—especially in winter—has enabled these areas to retain individual traditions and culture.
While Georgia continues to have border disputes with Russia in the South Ossetia region, the country remains a rewarding place to visit. Explore ancient humanity at countless archaeological sites, tour Georgia’s 8,000-year-old winemaking region, or trek through the mountain region of Upper Svaneti, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Other Georgia attractions include the Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park and the port town of Batumi on the Black Sea.
