• Zhinvali Water Reservoir - Also known as Jinvali Lake, this reservoir is situated along the Georgian Military Highway. Constructed by the Soviets in the 1980s, it offers a fantastic spot for capturing stunning photographs.

• Ananuri Fortified Castle Ensemble - Dating back to the 16th-18th centuries, the Ananuri fortress is located on the foreland by the Aragvi River. It served as a castle and the seat of the Eristavis (Dukes) of Aragvi, a feudal dynasty that governed the region from the 13th century. The castle witnessed numerous battles and is an ideal location for landscape photography, offering breathtaking views of both the fortress and the Jinvali reservoir. The fortress was in use until the early 19th century and has been on the tentative list for inclusion in the UNESCO World Heritage Site program since 2007.

• Pasanauri - The White Aragvi and Black Aragvi rivers, each with its distinct color, flow side by side without mixing, creating a striking black-and-white stream. This unique natural phenomenon attracts many tourists to eastern Georgia.

• Kvemo Mleta - Enjoy a delightful lunch at a local restaurant.

• Gudauri - Visit the Gudauri viewpoint for photography and a tasting of Chacha and honey.

• Gergeti Trinity Church - Commonly known as the Holy Trinity Church near Gergeti village, it is located on the right bank of the Chkheri River beneath Kazbegi Mountain, at an elevation of 2,170 meters. Built in the 14th century, it is the only cross-cupola church in the Khevi province. In times of peril, valuable relics from Mtskheta, including Saint Nino’s Cross, were safeguarded here. Although religious services were banned during the Soviet Era, the church remained a popular tourist attraction. It is an active establishment of the Georgian Orthodox and Apostolic Church, offering an epic panoramic view of the entire valley. The church’s remote location in a steep, mountainous area rich in natural beauty makes it one of Georgia’s most iconic tourist attractions. Visitors will be awed by the view of Mount Kazbegi, which stands at 5,047 meters above sea level.

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On the journey to Kazbegi, travelers pause at the scenic Zhinvali Water Reservoir, followed by a visit to the historic Ananuri Castle on the Aragvi River. This castle, a site of many battles, provided refuge for locals during wartime and is regarded as one of Georgia’s most stunning historical landmarks.

Situated at an elevation of 2,200 meters above sea level, on the southern side of the Greater Caucasus Range plateau and near the Cross Pass, lies the Gudauri Ski Resort.

The Panorama Gudauri stands as a monument celebrating the friendship between Georgia and Russia.

Stepantsminda is a quaint town, with its main attraction being the Church of the Holy Trinity – the Gergeti Monastery, perched at an altitude of 2,170 meters beneath the peak of Kazbegi. Its location atop a steep mountain, amidst rugged nature, has made the church a symbol of the preservation of Georgian relics.

• Travel time: 5 hours approximately

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