Saguramo near Tbilisi: Reserve, Chavchavadze Museum and Day Trip

SAGURAMO RESORT PLACE

Near the mouth of the Kura and Aragvi rivers, in a picturesque place, between the Saguramo, Shaltbi, and Satskepela ridges, there is the ancient capital of the Kartalinsky kingdom of Mtskheta. For many centuries Mtskheta has been a transport hub where the roads of Georgia, Meskheti, Armenia, Albania and the North Caucasus intersected. Currently, Mtskheta is a museum city. There are about 270 monuments of cultural heritage in the city and its surroundings. In 2009, this ancient city was included in the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List

In 1946, to the northeast of Mtskheta on the Saguram ridge, in order to protect, study and spread the diverse plants of the Kolkh type found on the territory of the municipality (such as beech, hornbeam, oak, elm, maple and wild pear), the Saguram Reserve (5,300 ha) was established. There are also rare species of fauna such as Caucasian deer, roe deer and lynx. In 2007, this reserve became part of the Tbilisi National Park. The reserve is a significant recreational area and several resort areas are located in its surrounding areas. Among them: Saguramo, Karsani, Zedazeni, Tsitsamuri, Tserovani ...

Proximity to the reserve, physical, geographical and climatic conditions cause high therapeutic and preventive indicators. In addition, for residents of Tbilisi, these resorts are a convenient place for dachas due to their close location from the capital.

Location: valley of the Aragvi River, slopes of the Saguram ridge.

Distance: from Tbilisi - 20 km.

Altitude above sea level: 600 m.

Terrain: hilly.

Climate: typical for low mountains. Winter is mild, snowless. The average temperature in January is 1 °C, the summer is moderately warm and dry. The average temperature in August is 22ºC.

Wed. the amount of annual precipitation: 700 mm.

Average relative humidity per year: 74%.

Duration of sunshine per year: 2200 hours.

Natural healing factors: the climate of the low mountains.

Types of treatment: passive climatotherapy.

Therapeutic indicators: diseases of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems, as well as functional and other types of diseases of the nervous system: nervousness, neurasthenia, migraine, progressive muscular dystrophy.

Georgia is known for its many resorts where people can enjoy the beauty of nature and the famous healing properties of mineral waters. One such resort is Saguramo, which is located in close proximity to the capital of Georgia, Tbilisi, just 350 km away. It is known for its temperate climate, which has many benefits for the health of the respiratory system. However, the resort is not the only place worth visiting in this region. In the valley of the river Tskhenistskali, a tributary of the Rioni, on the southern slope of the Svaneti range, there is another resort that few people know - Tsurnashi. This small town, located at an altitude of 1250-1300 meters above sea level, surrounded by mountains and gorges.

The resort is located in a picturesque place between Saguramo, Skhaltbi and Satskepela ranges, near the mouths of the rivers Kura and Aragvi. The climate here matches that of the low mountains, which is especially good for the treatment of the respiratory tract. But this is not the only reason why tourists come here. In 1946 the Saguram Reserve was created on the ridge, which became part of the Tbilisi National Park in 2007. The reserve covers an area of 5,300 hectares and was created to protect, study and spread the diverse plants of the Kola type found in the municipality. Among the vegetation can be found such trees as beech, hornbeam, oak, elm, maple and wild pear. It is also home to rare species of fauna, such as Caucasian deer, roe deer and lynx.The reserve is a significant recreational area and in its surrounding areas there are several resort areas, such as Saguramo, Karsani, Zedazeni, Tsitsamuri, Tserovani. The proximity to the reserve, physiographic and climatic conditions cause high therapeutic and preventive indicators. The resorts are located in a convenient location for residents of Tbilisi, which makes them popular for a vacation in the country. In addition, the resort is close to the ancient capital of the Kingdom of Kartaly, Mtskheta, which is a museum city. Thanks to its rich historical heritage, it attracts many tourists from all over the world. Here you can see many ancient temples, fortresses and monasteries, such as Saint Tskhovreba, Svetitskhoveli, Jvari and others. One of the most interesting places is Svetitskhoveli - cathedral, founded in the IV century. Here are the graves of many Georgian kings and princes. An important monument in the city is Jvari - an ancient temple built back in the VI century. It is also famous for its vineyards and wineries. Tourists can visit local wineries and taste fine varieties of Georgian wine, such as Saperavi, Rkatsiteli and Mtsvane.

Saguramo is a resort town, located 600 meters above sea level, in a hilly area. The climate is typical of the low mountains: winters are mild and snowless, the average temperature in January is about -1ºC, and summers are moderately warm and dry, the average temperature in August is about 22ºC. The annual rainfall is about 700mm, the average relative humidity is 74%, and the duration of sunshine is 2200 hours. Due to its location and climate, it is a popular resort with high therapeutic and preventive indicators. The main natural healing factor is the climate of the low mountains. Passive climate therapy is carried out here, which is indicated for diseases of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems, as well as functional and other diseases of the nervous system, such as neurosis, neurasthenia, migraine and progressive muscular dystrophy. Its surroundings are known for its picturesque scenery, where you can spend time outdoors, hiking and biking, as well as fishing and hunting.

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