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Georgia

Coordinates: 42°00′00″ N 43°30′00″ E

Map showing the location of Georgia
Population
3,935,766
3.9M
Continent
Asia
Local time
UTC+04:00
Asia/Tbilisi · UTC+04:00

About Georgia

Georgia is a country in Asia. It is divided into 12 regions. Its population is 3,935,766.

Travel notes for Georgia

From Wikivoyage

Georgia (Georgian: საქართველო, Sakartvelo) is a country in the Caucasus. Sandwiched between Russia in the north and Turkey in the south, it sits along the coast of the Black Sea around where Europe and Asia meet. It is a rather mountainous country and is home to some of Europe’s highest mountain peaks. Despite its modest size, Georgia presents a large mix of other landscapes and micro-climates, ranging from dry wine-growing valleys in the east, to lush Black Sea resorts in the west.

In Greek mythology, Georgia, known as Colchis, was the site of the famous Golden Fleece sought by Jason and the Argonauts. The tales of Georgia's ancient history are not without foundation; modern archaeological evidence suggests that Georgia is the oldest wine-making country in the world, with some wine samples dating back to 6,000 years BC.

In testament to this rich heritage, Georgia's cities and countryside are complete with medieval churches, several of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Enjoying low levels of crime and corruption, since the mid-2000s Georgia has developed into a fast-growing destination. The country's tourist infrastructure continues to expand.

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Georgia is a country of unique culture and rich history, which can be traced to classical antiquity and even earlier. Archaeologists have found the oldest known traces of wine production, dated 6,000 years BC, in Georgia. Thanks to this long history of viticulture, grapevine is one of Georgia's national symbols, adorning medieval decorations, carvings and paintings.

A people of distinct culture, Georgians are not related to the Russians, Turks or Greeks. Their language is related to the neighboring Laz, Svan, and Mingrelian languages but not to any languages outside the immediate area. For centuries, Georgians have been embroiled in power struggles against the world’s biggest empires (Roman, Mongol, Byzantine, Persian, Ottoman and Russian), but they nevertheless managed to preserve their identity. In testament to this long history, Georgia's countryside is covered with ancient towered fortifications, monasteries and UNESCO World Heritage Sites, which have survived through great adversities.

The exact origin of name Georgia has never been established, but there are a number of theories as to its provenance. Some have explained the name's origin by the popularity of St George among Georgians (St. George is Georgia's Patron Saint). Others link the name to the Greek word γεωργός ("agricultural") or some variations thereof. Georgians usually tell you that the name is related to Saint George, since that is an explanation closest to their heart.

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Entry requirements:

Visa free:

Nationals of the following countries and territories may visit Georgia without a visa for a year (unless otherwise noted): All citizens of the European Union (may also enter using ID card), Albania, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Barbados, Belarus, Belize, Bermuda, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, British Virgin Islands, Brunei, Canada, Cayman Islands, Chile (90 days), China (mainland) (30 days), Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Falkland Islands, Gibraltar, Honduras, Hong Kong (30 days), Iceland, Iran (45 days), Israel, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Liechtenstein, Macau (30 days), Malaysia, Mauritius, Mexico, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Panama, Qatar, Russia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Seychelles, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Switzerland (may also enter using ID card), Tajikistan, Thailand, Turkey (may also enter using ID card), Turkmenistan, Turks and Caicos Islands, United Arab Emirates, Ukraine, United Kingdom, United States, Uruguay (90 days), Uzbekistan and Vatican City

Visa exemption also applies to:

Georgian diaspora members who are citizens of countries that otherwise require a visa – for stays not exceeding 30 days

United Nations laissez-passer holders for one year

Persons with refugee status in Georgia

Holders of diplomatic or official/service passports of China, Egypt, Guyana, Indonesia, Iran and Peru.

Holders of visas or residence permits of EU/EFTA/Gulf Cooperation Council countries, territories of EU countries, United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Korea or Israel. Do not require a visa for max 90 days in a 180-day period, though apparently only when arriving by air. The visa/residence permit must be valid on arrival to Georgia.

E-visa:

Source: Wikivoyage · CC BY-SA 4.0 · abridged

When to go where in Georgia

For each month, cities with mild, fairly dry weather; the figure is that month's average high.

Where to go, month by month →
  1. January 7°

    Rustavi

    Tbilisi 7° · Batumi 11°

    No ideal places; the closest

  2. February 8°

    Rustavi

    Tbilisi 8° · Kutaisi 10°

    No ideal places; the closest

  3. March 12°

    Rustavi

    Tbilisi 12° · Kutaisi 14°

    No ideal places; the closest

  4. April 20°

    Rustavi

    Tbilisi 19°

  5. May 24°

    Rustavi

    Kutaisi 23° · Tbilisi 23°

  6. June 25°

    Batumi

  7. July 27°

    Batumi

  8. August 30°

    Tbilisi

    Batumi 27° · Kutaisi 29°

    No ideal places; the closest

  9. September 26°

    Tbilisi

    Rustavi 27° · Batumi 25°

  10. October 20°

    Rustavi

    Tbilisi 20° · Batumi 21°

  11. November 14°

    Tbilisi

    Rustavi 13° · Batumi 16°

    No ideal places; the closest

  12. December 8°

    Rustavi

    Tbilisi 9° · Batumi 12°

    No ideal places; the closest

Top lists: Georgia

Highest mountains in Georgia

  1. 1Shkhara 5,201 m
  2. 2Mount Kazbek 5,033 m
  3. 3Mta Gistola 4,859 m
  4. 4Gora Dzhimara 4,780 m
  5. 5Ushba 4,710 m
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Largest cities in Georgia

  1. 1Tbilisi 1M
  2. 2Batumi 186.9K
  3. 3Kutaisi 135.2K
  4. 4Rustavi 128.2K
  5. 5Sukhumi 65.4K
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Regions of Georgia

12 regions
  1. 1 Tbilisi 1.3M
  2. 2 Kvemo Kartli 438.9K
  3. 3 Imereti 433.3K
  4. 4 Adjara 366.7K
  5. 5 Kakheti 298.5K
  6. 6 Samegrelo and Zemo Svaneti 283.3K
  7. 7 Abkhazia 242.9K
  8. 8 Shida Kartli 242K
  9. 9 Samtskhe-Javakheti 140.2K
  10. 10 Guria 100.6K
  11. 11 Mtskheta-Mtianeti 92.7K
  12. 12 Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti 25.7K

Bar: population relative to the most populous place in this list.

Nature and heritage in Georgia

Other large cities

  1. Rustavi City, Rustavi Municipality
    128.2K
  2. Sukhumi City, Abkhazia
    65.4K
  3. Ts'khinvali Town, Shida Kartli
    32.2K
  4. Zugdidi City, Zugdidi
    40.1K
  5. Poti City, Poti Municipality
    41.2K
  6. Stantsiya Novyy Afon Town, Abkhazia
    26.6K
  7. Batumi City, Adjara
    186.9K

Other places across Georgia

81 places
  1. 1 Dmanisi 8.6K
  2. 2 Merkheuli 839
  3. 3 Znaur 755
  4. 4 Kobiantkari 399
  5. 5 Ushguli 228
  6. 6 Omalo 37

Bar: population relative to the most populous place in this list.

Cities & villages4

Mountains & nature25

Lakes, rivers & coasts10

Heritage & sights15

Public holidays in Georgia (2026)

  • 1 January, ThursdayNew Year's Day
  • 2 January, FridayNew Year's Day
  • 7 January, WednesdayChristmas Day
  • 19 January, MondayEpiphany
  • 3 March, TuesdayMother's Day
  • 8 March, SundayInternational Women's Day
  • 9 April, ThursdayNational Unity Day
  • 10 April, FridayGood Friday
  • 11 April, SaturdayHoly Saturday
  • 12 April, SundayEaster Sunday
  • 13 April, MondayEaster Monday
  • 9 May, SaturdayDay of Victory over Fascism
  • 12 May, TuesdaySaint Andrew's Day
  • 17 May, SundayDay of Family Sanctity and Respect for Parents
  • 26 May, TuesdayIndependence Day
  • 28 August, FridayDormition of the Mother of God
  • 14 October, WednesdayHoliday of Svetitskhovloba, Robe of Jesus
  • 23 November, MondaySaint George's Day

Nationwide public holidays; regional holidays are not included. Dates of religious holidays may shift by a day. Source: python-holidays.

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