Georgia

Georgia has more to offer than any other country of its size in the world, so what is it like to visit?

It is a land of contrasts at the crossroads of East and West. For thousands of years traders and adventurers have visited via the historic Silk Road, their legacy remains today in the culture, sounds and monuments, including many UNESCO heritage sites.

One of the most striking things you see as you travel through Georgia is the number of churches. Georgia was one of the first countries in the world to officially adopt Christianity, in 337 AD. Ancient Greek story of Jason and the Argonauts search for the Golden Fleece is inspired by the Georgian’s unique way of using sheepskins to collect the heavy gold depos-its from the high, mountain rivers.

Georgia has long been a kingdom and over the years its boundaries and capitals have changed, as successive Kings and invaders held sway; from King David to Queen Tamar; from the Mongols, Persians and Ottomans to the Russians. Each has left their mark, yet somehow the true spirit and character of Georgia shines through.