Caucasus

Лечхуми   Я хочу рассказать о маленьком, малоизвестном для туристов горном уголке Грузии — Лечхуми. Этот горный уголок находится между горными районами Сванети и Рача. Лечхуми расположен на южном склоне Кавказа рядом со Сванети и Рачей, но сильно отличается природой. Можно смело сказать, что если бы не высокие альпийские луга и ледники Сванети, Лечхуми занял бы первое место. Здесь горы самые красивые. Одна только гора Хвамли может сравниться со всеми. Она, правда, не выше 2200 метров, но о ней ходят легенды, что Амиран (Прометей) был привязан здесь цепями за то, что украл огонь у богов. Эту гору называют самой мистической не только в Лечхуми, но и во всей Грузии. Там даже на высоте 2000 метров нашли якорь корабля. Гора Хвамли со своими склонами и пещерами считается, несмотря на небольшую высоту, самой интересной горой для альпинистов и исследователей. В Лечхуми у подножия горы Хвамли, в селе Окуреши, растет самое редкое и дорогое вино в Грузии — Усахелаури (Безымянный). ...

Pompey's Bridge Pompey's Bridge Pompey's Bridge (Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus) also known as the Magi Bridge, is an ancient Roman bridge located in the Mtskheta-Mtianeti region of Georgia. It was built around 65 BC during the campaign of the Roman General Pompey the Great in Iberia and Colchis. The bridge played a crucial role in trade and connectivity in the region. Here are some key points about Pompey's Bridge: •    Historical Significance: The bridge was part of the Georgian military road and was used throughout antiquity, the Middle Ages, and even into the 19th century. It connected the left bank of the Kura River with an island, and from there, another fragment led to the right bank2. •    Literary Mention: The bridge was mentioned by famous writers such as Pushkin and Tolstoy in their travel notes. •    Modern Times: The original bridge is still visible from the road to Mtskheta city. The bridge occasionally is exposed when the water level o...

  The oldest honey in the world The oldest honey ever discovered was found in Georgia, dating back to around 3500 B.C. This remarkable discovery was made during the construction of the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan oil pipeline in 2003, about 170 kilometers west of Tbilisi2. The honey was found in ceramic vessels within a tomb, believed to belong to a noblewoman. The honey, which includes varieties such as meadow flower, berry, and linden honey, was remarkably well-preserved due to the natural properties of honey that prevent spoilage2. This discovery predates the previously oldest known honey found in the tomb of Egyptian Pharaoh Tutankhamun by about 2000 years. This finding not only highlights Georgia's ancient beekeeping practices but also showcases the incredible longevity of honey when stored properly. It's fascinating to think that honey made by bees buzzing around Georgia 5,500 years ago is discovered today!      Oldest honey 5500 years ago. Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan ...

Prehistoric Georgia Tbilisi, Georgia   Georgia is a country with a rich tapestry of history and culture that stretches back millennia. Let's dive into some of the oldest and most significant aspects:   1. Dmanisi: ·         Significance: Dmanisi is one of the most important archaeological sites in the world. Discovered in the Kvemo Kartli region, it has transformed our understanding of early human migration. ·          Findings: In the early 1990s, fossils of early humans, Homo erectus georgicus, were discovered here, dating back approximately 1.8 million years. These are some of the earliest human remains found outside Africa. ·          Insights: The site has provided invaluable insights into the evolution and migration of early humans, showcasing the adaptability and resourcefulness of our ancestors.    Dmanisi Homo Erectus Georgicus Ar...