Tsagveri is a unique resort town in the Samtskhe-Javakheti Region, ideal for hiking and health improvement. It's a great destination for both adults and children.
Tsagveri is a climatic-balneological resort located 20 kilometers from the famous resort Borjomi, at an altitude of 1,025-1,050 meters above sea level. The town is nestled in the middle of mountains covered with coniferous forests, making it a perfect spot for nature lovers and those seeking relaxation.
Things to See
The town is home to a XIV-century, single-nave St. George's Basilica built on a platform cut into the rock. Additionally, many hiking paths offer easy and challenging adventures to the Gvirgvina and Tortiza mountains, and the Uznariani fortress.
Nature and Climate
Tsagveri is known for its healing waters and mountainous climate rich with solar radiation and scented with coniferous forests. The climate is beneficial for the upper respiratory tract, bronchia, and lungs, and strengthens the immune system.
How to Get There
Tsagveri is located near the famous resort Borjomi, and can be reached by traveling 20 kilometers from Borjomi.
Highlights
- Unique resort town with healing waters and mountainous climate
- XIV-century St. George's Basilica
- Hiking paths to Gvirgvina and Tortiza mountains, and the Uznariani fortress
- Beneficial climate for upper respiratory tract, bronchia, and lungs
- Strengthened immune system
- Snowy winters and dry summers
- Best season to visit is between May and September
Getting there by car
Driving distance from Tbilisi, Kutaisi and Batumi city centres. Times are one-way; fuel is a rough estimate.
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From Tbilisi
- Distance
- 169 km
- Drive time
- 2 h 24 min
- Fuel (est.)
- ~54 GEL
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From Kutaisi
- Distance
- 132 km
- Drive time
- 2 h 9 min
- Fuel (est.)
- ~42 GEL
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From Batumi
- Distance
- 270 km
- Drive time
- 4 h 6 min
- Fuel (est.)
- ~86 GEL
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Plan your visit
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