Guria
Guria (Georgian: გურია) – The historical region and a modern administrative-territorial division in Western Georgia, famous for its rich history, culture and natural wonders. It is created for tourists who value privacy and leisure. In its vastness you can find green forests, sandy seaside beaches, alpine meadows, mineral springs and, of course, many cultural monuments. The most remarkable feature of the local climate is its unique healing properties, which arise from the combination of sea and mountain air. Unique springs, foggy resorts and ancient monastery complexes make the trip even more unforgettable.
Guria is ancient Colchis, a magical land, sung in ancient epics. And the mountainous area is practically untouched, and the local nature has preserved traces of 65 million years. In Guria you can not only visit historical and natural monuments, but also attend unique holidays, such as “Dogi” and “Lelo”. An area with a secret bottom, which is of great interest for ethnic and independent tourism. This beautiful corner of Western Georgia is distinguished by its unique folklore and traditions. Gurian villages are characterized by a special charm and color, especially in autumn. Here visitors can travel back in time and meet the most cheerful people of Georgia.
Ozurgeti
Ozurgeti (Georgian: ოზურგეთი) – The administrative center of the region is located between the rivers Natanebi and Bjuji, at an altitude of 80 meters above sea level. In the Middle Ages, it was a highly developed settlement in cultural and economic terms. In the era of late feudalism, Ozurgeti had already become an attractive trading city and the residence of the Gurian princes. The city is located on three terraces: Today, it is the most densely populated place in Guria, distinguished by its classical architecture. Nature and history have generously endowed Ozurgeti and its surroundings, and modern development has only added to the attractiveness of the area.
Top attractions of Guria:
Bakhmaro Resort
Bakhmaro Resort (Georgian: კურორტი ბახმარო) – The unique mountain resort in Guria. The exceptional healing qualities of the health resort are created by its altitude, pine forests and proximity to the sea. High-mountain rarefied air contains a suspension of microscopic water droplets, created by the constant presence of clouds with sea air and useful enzymes of pine trees
Nabeglavi Resort
Nabeglavi Resort (Georgian: კურორტი ნაბეღლავი) – The famous balneological resort is suitable for recreation and active tourism at any time of the year. This place has a subtropical humid climate, in which citrus crops grow well. Table and medicinal mineral waters of Nabeglavi, which are very popular on the international market.
Ureki Resort
Ureki Resort (Georgian: კურორტი ურეკი) – The popular Black Sea resort, famous for its magnetic sands with healing properties that have no analogues anywhere in the world, offers comfortable gently sloping sandy beaches and well-equipped hotels surrounded by giant branchy pine trees, which creates ideal conditions for a family health holiday.
Grigoleti Resort
Grigoleti Resort (Georgian: კურორტი გრიგოლეთი) – The seaside resort, famous for its pine forest and unique subtropical climate. Grigoleti is washed by the sea from the west, and decorated with mountainous relief from the east. The beach consists of magnetite sand, known for its healing properties, which is especially useful for rheumatic and joint diseases.
Gomismta Resort
Gomismta Resort (Georgian: კურორტი გომისმთა) – Hidden behind the clouds, a unique mountain resort, known as the Kingdom of Mists. This is an ideal place for those who want to spend time in nature, away from the hustle and bustle. The Gomismta settlement is surrounded by spruce and fir forests, which creates special natural and climatic conditions with healing properties.
Shekvetili Resort
Shekvetili Resort (Georgian: კურორტი შეკვეთილი) – The small resort village is considered a hidden pearl of the Black Sea coast. is a relatively new resort that offers a variety of entertainment. There is everything for relaxation: clean beaches with healing magnetic sand, picturesque nature and pine groves, and many more interesting places.
Shekvetili Dendrological Park
Shekvetili Dendrological Park (Georgian: შეკვეთილის დენდროლოგიური პარკი) – The newest and unique natural monument, which is distinguished by an amazing collection of plants. This is a unique place where rare plants, exotic animals and picturesque landscapes are combined. Giant trees, exotic birds and even lemurs – all this can be seen in this amazing place
Musicians Park
Musicians’ Park (Georgian: შეკვეთილის მუსიკოსების პარკი) – The park is located in the village of Shekvetili in a eucalyptus grove next to the concert hall “Black Sea Arena”. A cozy park with a eucalyptus grove, fountains and carved wooden benches. Sculptures of 35 of the world’s most famous musicians are installed on the territory. Their music is played from speakers nearby. Each statue has a speaker with a motion sensor.
Miniature Park
Miniature Park (Georgian: შეკვეთილის მინიატურების პარკი) – Here visitors can get some idea of what Georgia’s main attractions look like. The park presents 54 unique architectural miniatures from the cultural heritage monuments of Georgia. Models of the most beautiful houses of Tbilisi with their famous carved balconies, the most famous churches, Svan towers and much more.
*The full list of attractions in the region is presented in the section – Attractions