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with its landscape and natural climatic conditions. In particular, there are semi-deserts and
dry steppes, as well as mixed forests and alpine zones combined in Kvemo Kartli.
Cultural tourism. The uniqueness of Dmanisi is resulted from its richest historical potential.
The bones of the ancient European man found during the archaeological excavations on
the territory of the ancient town site draw the world’s attention to Dmanisi, and Dmanisi was
included on the list of international tourist routes. Dmanisi houses the remnants of a feudal
fortified town (palaces, bathes and other farming and military buildings), as well as Church
of Dmanisi Sioni. All this treasure is found on the cape between the canyons of two rivers.
Samtskhe-Javakheti region
Owing to its favorable climatic conditions, there are a number of holiday-making sites in
the region. The most famous resorts are Abastumani and Borjomi.
Owing to its special climate, Abastumani is recognized as a unique world resort (good for
the patients with tuberculosis). There are thermal waters flowing in Abastumani used to treat
locomotor apparatus, peripheral nervous system and gynecological diseases. Borjomi is mostly
famous for its resorts (medical and winter resorts). “Borjomi” mineral water has been used as
a cure since the 1840s. Borjomi gorge is known for its curing climatic zone, too.
Bakuriani, a winter resort of Borjomi is located at 1700 m above sea level. The climate
and relief in Bakuriani mean wonderful developmental prospects. Winter is mostly sunny,
with the snow cover reaching 50 cm and surviving from December till April.
In respect of natural monuments, the forest-park of lava plateau in Sadgeri and lakes:
Tabatskuri, Kakhisi, Tsero, etc. are worthwhile. There are routes and infrastructure developed
for eco-tourism in Borjomi-Kharagauli National Forest-Park.
Aspindza region is famous for its resorts and mineral waters. Aspindza itself is a balneal
resort, and its thermal waters are used to treat the chronic diseases of locomotor apparatus,
diseases of peripheral nervous system, rheumatism, and cardiovascular system, chronic gynecologic
and skin diseases.
Shida Kartli region
Eco-tourism: the beautiful nature, natural monuments, gorges, waterfalls and many other
sites in the region support the development of eco-tourism. Out of natural sites, Bateti Lake
(a landslide lake), two lakes in Mokhisi, Bebnisi Lake, Dzama gorge, Trekhva gorge, Prone
gorge, “Trekhvi baths” near village Trekhva (in Kareli region), Nacharmagevi Lake, Nadarbazevi
Lake, Ateni gorge, Danakhvisi, old silk road, Ateni gorge waterfall (in Gori region),
Keli Lake and Kelitsadi Lake (in Akhalgori region), Ustarauli waterfall (in Kaspi region) are
worthwhile.
Imereti region
The karst caves and interesting geomorphologic formations support the development of
rock-climbing and adventure, as well as speleo-tourism. The wonderful nature with its diversified
flora and fauna are good preconditions to develop hiking, horse-riding and eco-tours
in the region. 230 farms were selected in the villages of Imereti to develop agro-tourism.