Kaspi is a historical settlement in Kartli with archaeological sites and a rich history. Visit to explore ancient settlements, museums, and natural beauty.
Kaspi, a town in Kartli, has been an important settlement since the Stone Age. Its strategic location made it a fortified town with a military commander, and by the 5th century, it was a significant educational center.
Things to See
The Kaspi Local Lore Museum showcases over 20,000 objects from the Bronze Age to the Middle Ages. The area is also home to feudal basilica churches, fortress-towers, and monasteries, such as the Rkoni and Kldegmaghali Fortresses, and the Kvatakhevi and Rkoni Monasteries.
Ancient tombs from the Bronze Age and early Iron Age can be found carved into the cliffs surrounding the city. A must-visit is Grakliani Hill, where an undeciphered script from the 7th-century BCE is carved into an altar.
Nature
Kaspi Municipality offers a mix of deciduous and evergreen forests, towering waterfalls, and idyllic pastoral fields, perfect for hiking and picnicking. Quaint villages like Khovle, Garikula, and Gostibe are also worth exploring.
How to Get There
Kaspi Municipality is approximately 56 kilometers from Tbilisi, making it an ideal day trip destination.
Highlights
- Explore the archaeological site of Grakliani Hill
- Visit the Kaspi Local Lore Museum with over 20,000 historical objects
- Discover feudal basilica churches and fortress-towers
- See ancient tombs from the Bronze Age and early Iron Age
- Hike and picnic in the beautiful forests and pastoral fields
- Explore quaint villages like Khovle, Garikula, and Gostibe
- Learn about the town's rich history dating back to the Stone Age
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