Skhvavi Sakinule Cave near Ambrolauri

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Skhvavi Sakinule Cave (Frost Cave) is a unique natural attraction in the Ambrolauri municipality, Racha region, Georgia. It is located at an altitude of 1200 meters above sea level, 3 kilometers from the village of Nikortsminda. The cave is mined in the Lower Cretaceous limestones and is a deep cave in the rock with a natural well, where the temperature is always kept at zero degrees.

Visitors to the cave can see unique natural formations such as ice stalactites, stalagmites, and centuries-old ice columns. Some columns reach a height of up to 8 meters and a circumference of up to 20 meters. In addition, inside the cave you can observe cascades and ice pillars, creating stunning views.

The road to the cave from the village of Nikortsminda consists of a 2.5 km long dirt road and a half kilometer long walking trail. There are signs along the way to the cave to help you navigate. The temperature inside the cave remains at zero degrees at any time of the year, and drops of water seeping from the rock instantly freeze upon contact with the ground, which gives the cave a special atmosphere.

This place will be especially interesting to lovers of nature, geology and speleology. A visit to the Skhvavi Sakinule Cave provides a unique opportunity to see rare ice formations in natural freezer conditions. For tourists and researchers, this place is of significant interest due to its natural features and accessibility from Nikortsminda.

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Ambrolauri, Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti
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