Mestia is located in the Svaneti region of Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti province , some 128 kilometres (80 miles) northeast of the regional capital of Zugdidi. Mestia and the adjoining 132 villages form Mestia District . It was granted the status of a townlet in 1968.
Historically and ethnographically, Mestia has always been regarded a chief community of Upper Svaneti province. The population is mostly Svans, a cultural and linguistic subgroup of the Georgians. Despite its small size, the townlet was an important centre of Georgian culture for centuries and contains a number of medieval monuments, such as churches and forts, included in a list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Mestia is served by the Queen Tamar Airport, which is operated by the state-owned company United Airports of Georgia, since 2010.
There are many wonderful countries in the world where you can find many interesting sights. But if you are looking for a place of incredible beauty with a fascinating history and kind, hospitable people, you need to find your way to Georgia, in a country full of contrasts, where East meets West.
Scenic viewpoints along the route offer amazing views of mixed forest-covered hilly landscape of Algeti National Park. While on the trail you may come across deer, rabbit, wild boar and various species of birds.
Preserved by its long isolation, the Upper Svaneti region of the Caucasus is an exceptional example of mountain scenery with medieval-type villages and tower-houses. The village of Chazhashi still has more than 200 of these very unusual houses, which were used both as dwellings and as defence posts against the invaders who plagued the region.
Georgian Orthodox church, autocephalous church of the Orthodox communion in Georgia. The church is one of the most ancient Christian communities in the world. The Georgians adopted Christianity through the ministry of a woman, St. Nino, early in the 4th century.
In the Middle Ages, Georgia experienced several periods of political expansion, during which the church developed remarkably rich traditions of art, architecture, and literature.
This wonderful easy day tour leads us to the Lower Kartli. Explore ancient history of Georgia, Extensive archaeological site of Dmanisi, where was discovered earliest hominid remains beyond Africa (1,8 million years ago), oldest extant three-nave basilica with the oldest inscriptions in Georgia etc
Monastery Wine ” is a millennium brand of Alaverdi Monastery Cellar made by the Alaverdi Monastery congregate in the XIth century cellar. The wine is produced by endemic variety of Kakhetian vine in unique clay vessel – Qvevri. Alaverdi Royal Monastery is historically known by its qvevris and cellar.
Is an ultra-premium winery specializing in famous indigenous Georgian grape varieties. It was founded in 2008 by Schuchmann family in a very center of Georgian wine growing zone in Tsinandali.
WELCOME TO “WINE TRAILS” Winery, where wine make by the Friends – For the friends.
Our friendship has been going already 54 years, from first class of the school, since 1969.
A dream to have our own winery, we had a long time ago, but we started to fulfill our dream in 2019 after pandemic was started.
Wine Trails Winery located in KAKHETI wine region, Village IKALTO, Alazani valley.
Wine producing of ''Twins Wine Cellar in Napareuli'' is based on the oldest Kakhetian method, such as producing wine in kvevri. It points to the uniqueness of this method and it is also a message for the whole world that wine is an integral part of ancient Georgian culture.
There are many wonderful countries in the world where you can find many interesting sights. But if you are looking for a place of incredible beauty with a fascinating history and kind, hospitable people, you need to find your way to Georgia, in a country full of contrasts, where East meets West.
Scenic viewpoints along the route offer amazing views of mixed forest-covered hilly landscape of Algeti National Park. While on the trail you may come across deer, rabbit, wild boar and various species of birds.
Preserved by its long isolation, the Upper Svaneti region of the Caucasus is an exceptional example of mountain scenery with medieval-type villages and tower-houses. The village of Chazhashi still has more than 200 of these very unusual houses, which were used both as dwellings and as defence posts against the invaders who plagued the region.
Georgian Orthodox church, autocephalous church of the Orthodox communion in Georgia. The church is one of the most ancient Christian communities in the world. The Georgians adopted Christianity through the ministry of a woman, St. Nino, early in the 4th century.
In the Middle Ages, Georgia experienced several periods of political expansion, during which the church developed remarkably rich traditions of art, architecture, and literature.
This wonderful easy day tour leads us to the Lower Kartli. Explore ancient history of Georgia, Extensive archaeological site of Dmanisi, where was discovered earliest hominid remains beyond Africa (1,8 million years ago), oldest extant three-nave basilica with the oldest inscriptions in Georgia etc
Stunning place. Zaza and his co-owners could not have been better hosts, with delicious and plentiful food, a tour of the vineyard and the winery itself, and a chance to experience some of Georgia's more unique grape varieties. Definitely check it out!
julo
2024-10-12
We had a great holiday with Zaza. He is friendly, knowledgeable and willing to talk about anything. His approach was very flexible, so both he and we included additional things based on our interests. He is punctual and is very free with his time. We learned a lot and had a very pleasurable trip to Georgia. We had Zaza’s Saperavi wine at his vineyard, together with a great meal. I thought his wine was the best one we had on our trip, and we tried a lot of wines!
Karmin Ebrahimi
2024-08-06
Reaching here in the middle of a road trip, “Zaza” was a great host who explained all the mastery of Georgian winemaking and let us taste their products while detailing differences between grapes and tastes. I enjoyed every moment here and definitely worth it.
Maria Maris
2024-05-12
Проездом (случайно) зашли в ресторан Artozani в Телави. Понравилось оформление заведения, меню и ответственный подход к делу хозяина (его имя Лаша). Очень понравилось качество подаваемого вина.
За разговором с Лашей выяснилось, что вино он делает сам, и это семейное дело (отец Лаши развивает свою небольшую винодельню).
Так мы познакомились с отцом Лаши - Зазой.
Заза в дальнейшем провел нам исключительно познавательную и выпивательную (смысл про вино говорить и нормально его не пить??) экскурсию по виноделию и району Телави.
В результате Телави (да и вся Грузия) заиграли для нас новыми красками :).
Без преувеличения, на таких людях все и держится в этом мире. Тех, кто любит свое непростое дело, и делают его честно, с душой.
Всем очень рекомендуем к посещению и ресторан Artozani и винодельню Wine trails. Узнаете из первых рук много нового по виноделию,по истории Телави, а самое главное, получите Море добрых и позитивных эмоций!
Желаю этим прекрасным людям процветания бизнеса!
Ushan Weerapperuma
2024-04-10
Great hospitality and everything was well explained!
Must visit if u need a vine tour..
Jakub Popiołek
2024-03-30
It was one of the most unique experience of georgian hospitality. Tkanks for everthing!
Maria D
2024-03-30
What a beautiful evening it was! The best food I have had in Georgia! You should really visit that place. The vibe is unique.
xTime1337
2024-03-30
When we saw that people I already knew that will be nice evening. Delicious food and wines. I recommend this place a lot.
