Mountain resorts worth visiting in Georgia. Zekari resort.

Zekari is a resort area in the valley of the Kershaveti River, located in the mountainous area in the south of Imereti. It is known for its thermal waters, most of which have sulfuric composition and are used to treat rheumatic diseases. The resort is equipped for tourists and provides all the necessary infrastructure for a comfortable stay: from cottages to canteens and recreational areas.

Not far from the ridge begins the river Kershaveti, which flows through the valley and is the main source of thermal waters of the resort. The river is rich in fauna and flora, which attracts many travelers.

The Baghdadi municipality, located in the south of Imereti in the valley of the Khanizzqali River, is surrounded by mountains and covered by forests with valuable tree species such as oak, walnut, chestnut, spruce and ash. To the south of Baghdadi stretches the Meskheti (or Adjaro-Imereti) ridge of the Lesser Caucasus, which connects the Zekar range with Samtskhe-Javakheti and Adigen through an ancient caravan road.

It is also a region in Georgia, which is famous for its winemaking. It produces a variety of wines, including the famous Imereti grape varieties such as Sviruli, Krahuna, Obchuri, and Tsolikauri. Among these, the Krakhuna variety stands out, which is considered one of the most famous Georgian white vine varieties. Although Crahuna is grown in other regions of Georgia, it is in Imereti that it shows its best qualities. Grapes of this variety are used to produce both Imereti wine and classic European wine. At the end of the 19th century, the famous entrepreneur Alexander Ananov lived in Baghdadi. He built a factory in Vartsikhe that was run by specialists from France. The factory produced up to 300 thousand liters of wine per year, as well as champagne and cognac. Ananov used both his own grapes and those bought from neighboring farmers to produce wine.

Baghdadi is not only the land of winemaking, but also an amazing place where you can see many sights and enjoy the incredible scenery. It is a land of rich history and culture, and it is a place where you can immerse yourself in the traditions and customs of the Georgian people. It is also famous for its cuisine. Here you can taste exquisite dishes made with local products: fresh fruits and vegetables, local fish and meat. In the restaurants and cafes you can try dishes you won't find anywhere else. For those interested in history, there are also many interesting museums where you can learn about Georgian life and culture. One such museum is the Alexander Ananov Museum, located on the territory of his former estate. Here you can learn about the life of this famous entrepreneur and get acquainted with the history of winemaking. But the biggest attraction is, of course, the nature. Beautiful mountains, rivers and lakes, amazing flora and fauna - all this makes the resort a great place for hiking and biking, fishing and hunting. You can go for a walk along the river and enjoy the scenery of mountain valleys and forests.

This is a mountainous area with a subtropical humid climate. Winters are mild and summers are moderately warm and humid. Such weather conditions are favorable for health and attract tourists for the treatment of chronic diseases such as arthritis, nephritis, neuralgia, radiculitis and rheumatism. Mineral waters with a total mineralization of 1.5 g/dm³ and passive climatotherapy are the main methods of treatment.

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