Tbilisi City Tour last part; other Tourist Spots

4-days Solo Trip in Winter Republic of Georgia 

January 28 to February 01, 2014

Tbilisi city tour 2nd part; Snowy stroll on Narikala hill

Tbilisi is the capital of Republic of Georgia and lies in the eastern part of the country in the foothills of the Trialeti mountain range. According to Georgian legends, it was founded in the 5th century by King Vakhtang Gorgasali and the superb Old Town shows off its roots as an ancient crossroad between Europe and Asia. Visiting is a full, sensory experience and to get the best out of your trip to Tbilisi, here are just a few of the amazing sights to see and the things to do.

Places to visit are Metekhi Church, Narikala Fortress, Sioni Cathedral, Tbilisi mosque, St. George Church, Mamadaviti Church, Orbeliani Bath houses, National Museum, Peace Bridge, Youth Palace, Botanical Garden, Rike Park, etc.

How to go to Tbilisi from Airport;

The cheapest way to go to downtown from Tbilisi airport is by bus #37 (yellow bus) just infront of Airport exit. Usually run daily every 0700H to 2200H at only 0.50 GEL ($0.30). Last stop is the Station Square 1 (which has also a metro station) with almost 1 hour travel time. This was the transportation I used going to Didube Bus Terminal from Didube metro station.

Tbilisi city self-guided walking tour at night (Peace Bridge)

Tbilisi city tour 2nd part; Snowy Stroll on Narikala Hill

4-days Solo Trip in Winter Republic of Georgia 

January 28 to February 01, 2014

Tbilisi city tour 1st part; foggy Mtatsminda park

Narikala is an ancient fortress overlooking Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia, and the Kura River. The fortress consists of two walled sections on a steep hill between the sulphur baths and the botanical gardens of Tbilisi. On the lower court there is the recently restored St Nicholas church. The fortress was established in the 4th century as Shuris-tsikhe (i.e., "Invidious Fort"). It was considerably expanded by the Umayyads in the 7th century and later, by king David the Builder (1089-1125).
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Narikala

Kartlis Deda (Mother of Georgia) is a monument in Georgia’s capital Tbilisi, which has become a symbol of the city. The statue was erected on the top of Sololaki hill in 1958, the year Tbilisi celebrated its 1500th anniversary. Prominent Georgian sculptor Elguja Amashukeli designed the twenty-metre aluminum figure of a woman in Georgian national dress. She symbolizes the Georgian national character: in her left hand she holds a bowl of wine to greet those who come as friends, and in her right hand is a sword for those who come as enemies.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kartlis_Deda

How to go to Narikala hill;

From Liberty Square metro station, walk towards Abkhasi Street. Then, navigate the hill afar that can be seen with cable car and Mother of Georgia. I started to walk the hill on the side of Bethlehem Church (right side of the hill near Sololaki Hill). From Bethlehem Church, there is a series of stairways going to Mother of Georgia then road towards to Narikala Fortress.

Snowy stroll on Narikala hill (overlooking Peace Bridge & Rike Park)

Tbilisi City Tour 1st part; Foggy Mtatsminda Park

4-days Solo Trip in Winter Republic of Georgia 

January 28 to February 01, 2014

Gudairi Ice skiing; under the heavy snow

Mtatsminda Park is a family amusement facility located atop Mount Mtatsminda overlooking the Georgian capital Tbilisi. It offers carrousels, water slides, a roller-coaster, and a big Ferris Wheel at the edge of the mountain, offering a splendid view over the city.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mtatsminda_Park

Mtatsminda Pantheon of Writers and Public Figures is a necropolis in Tbilisi, Georgia, where some of the most prominent writers, artists, scholars, and national heroes of Georgia are buried. It is located in the churchyard around St. David’s Church "Mamadaviti" on the slope of Mount Mtatsminda and was officially established in 1929. Atop the mountain is Mtatsminda Park, an amusement park owned by the municipality of Tbilisi.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mtatsminda_Pantheon

How to go to Mtatsminda park;

From Liberty Square metro station, walk towards Rustaveli Avenue until April Street. Then, navigate the end of the street until you see s wall then walk towards left until you see the Funicular (cliff railway). Funicular ride costs initially at 6GEL including the card. Entrance to Mtatsminda park is free and opens from 0900H-1800H.

foggy Mtatsminda park