The most beautiful places of Georgia in Adjara, Batumi is one of the tourist centers of the country. Top 25 best places for tourists.
Ancient history and comfortable modernity are concentrated in tourist Batumi. Batumi Boulevard - you can come here as a family with children, or alone. The Alphabet Tower is 130 meters high. At the top there is a tourist area with restaurants. Rope Argo - beautiful views, as well as cafes, restaurants and shopping centers. Chacha Tower - locals claim that a real chacha can pour out of this fountain at any moment...
Visit the most beautiful places of Batumi⬇️
- 1. Boulevard
- 2. Alphabet Tower
- 3. Panoramic wheel
- 4. The statue of Ali and Nino
- 5. Argo Funicular
- 6. Chacha Tower
- 7. Colonnades
- 8. Wedding House
- 9. The Statue of Medea
- 10. Astronomical clock
- 11. Fountain of Neptune
- 12. Piazza
- 13. Dolphinarium
- 14. Water Park
- 15. Cathedral of the Nativity of the Most Holy Theotokos
- 16. St. Nicholas Cathedral
- 17. Cathedral of the Holy Trinity – Sameba
- 18. Lake Nuri
- 19. Argadani Lake
- 20. Dancing fountains
- 21. Port
- 22. Botanical Garden
- 23. Gonio Fortress
- 24. Peter's Fortress
- 25. Black Sea resorts
One of the favorite places among tourists in Georgia is the beautiful city of Adjara – Batumi. There is an incredible combination of old and modern buildings, architectural masterpieces, a large number of cultural heritage sites. In the city you can get acquainted with the Botanical Garden, Dolphinarium, museums, ancient ports, boulevards, squares and streets. You can stay in the city in high-class hotels with the best views and have dinner in the best restaurants in Georgia. Batumi is an incredible city that combines the history and modernity of Georgia.
If you are going to visit Batumi and do not know what to do with yourself, then here are the 25 best places in the city.
Boulevard
Batumi Boulevard it is unique in its number of small and cozy cafes, dancing fountains, children's attractions, beautiful views from the port. Here you will walk 10 kilometers along the seashore, explore the sculptures, monuments and architecture of the city.
An evening walk will bring pleasure not only to parents, but also to children, there is something for everyone.
Alphabet Tower
Alphabet Tower it is unusual in that it looks like a huge structure of our DNA. At an altitude of 130 meters, at the very top there is a cozy tourist area with restaurants, outdoor terraces and an observatory. The view of the nature of Georgia captures the attention and spirit.
Panoramic wheel
Panoramic wheel– it's a symbol of the city. It rises to a height of 55 meters. This is exactly the place where you can see beautiful views and architecture. Such a small trip will be a joy for absolutely everyone.
Statue of Ali and Nino
Statue of Ali and Nino located at the beginning of the Boulevard, it is made in a futuristic style. This statue is unusual in that every 10 minutes the figures move towards each other, and eventually they unite. One of the figures is male, the other female.
Argo Funicular
Argo Funicular It is part of an entertainment complex offering beautiful views of Batumi. Riding the funicular, you will get an unforgettable experience. You will have a view of the Black Sea and the mountains. There is also a large selection of entertainment: restaurants, cafes, shopping centers, outdoor halls and roof terraces open to everyone.
Chacha Tower
This is the name of the fountain at the beginning of the boulevard. There is a free distribution of chacha at a certain time, you can get acquainted with the schedule on the spot. Locals claim that a real chacha can pour out of the fountain at any time once a week. The most beautiful views of the tower are acquired in the evening, when the lanterns are lit and the quiet music of street musicians plays. To date, the tower needs repair, but despite this, the tower does not lose its uniqueness.
Colonnades
For more than 80 years, the city has been decorated with such a landmark as Colonnades. They are called the business card of Batumi. The colonnades are located on Batumi Boulevard. You can meet this building on brochures, cards and advertisements. The snow-white building, made in the Greek style, attracts everyone's attention. After passing the Colonnades, you can get to the tourist beach.
Wedding House
Even if you are not going to marry, you should look at this unusual building. From the outside, the building resembles the eye of a shark and is considered the most modern Wedding Palace. Nearby there is a square with fountains and bridges.
Statue of Medea
Princess Medea is a heroine of Greek mythology. The statue is located next to Freedom Square and the statue of Neptune. According to legend, Medea is the daughter of a king who fell in love with a man and ran away with him, while she helped her lover steal the main value of the city – the golden fleece. On the statue you can see the ship depicted – it was on it that the lovers escaped.
Astronomical clock
The clock is another symbol of the city. They are unusual in that they show astronomical figures instead of the usual time. For those who study the stars and are interested in the science of the universe, this watch will be especially interesting. By studying them, you can get a lot of information that many tourists do not understand (the clock shows where the sun, moon and planets are located). For interest, you can see which zodiac sign is in the sky at the moment.
Fountain of Neptune
The landmark was installed in 2010 and is the main decoration of the square. The fountain consists of five fragments. The center of the fountain is decorated with a gilded figure of Neptune. In addition to Neptune himself, you can notice the figures of mermaids on the fountain, from whose chest water flows into the fountain. Many residents complain about the fountain and say that it is not only indecent, but also located in the very center of the city.
Piazza
If you have ever wanted to visit Venice, but have not been able to, then you will like this square. This is an exact copy of Venice's Piazza San Marco. There are also restaurants and shops here. Musicians play here every evening. An unusual square is located near the city hall and was opened not so long ago, in 2010. This place is steeped in romance, which is why lovers visit this place in the first place. The Venetian corner fits perfectly into the architecture of Georgia and occupies about 6000 m2.
Dolphinarium
For children, this is the best pastime. The Dolphinarium has an interesting program, which includes acquaintance with dolphins in the pool. You will be able to swim with them and play on your own. The show takes place every day, except Monday, at 16:00, its duration is not so long – only 30-40 minutes. The cost of the passage is 350 rubles, children under 6 years old pass for free. Familiarize yourself with the rules of the visit in advance in order to avoid unpleasant situations.
Water park
Who doesn't like water parks in hot weather? A huge selection of water attractions and slides will give everyone a fun time. While adults are relaxing and sunbathing, children are having fun in the pool.
To visit the water park, you need to book seats in advance and buy tickets. The queue at the water park, especially in the summer, can be very long. If you plan to visit the water park, take care of tickets a few days in advance.
Cathedral of the Nativity of the Most Holy Theotokos
Cathedral of the Most Holy Theotokos it includes various architectures. The building is a cultural heritage of national significance. It was built at the end of the 18th century, or rather, on February 20, 1781. Unfortunately, on December 27, 1791, the Cathedral burned down due to an accident, after which no one touched the landmark for a long time. Only in 1999 it was decided to restore the Cathedral. First, the bells were cast anew. To date, the Cathedral pleases tourists with its magnificent view.
St. Nicholas Cathedral
The cathedral was built in the 19th century, when the Ottomans ruled. One of the main attractions not only of the city, but of the whole of Georgia. The Cathedral is dedicated to Nicholas I, hence its name "Saint Nicholas". Recently, every December 6, the President of the Republic visits the Temple, on this day the people celebrate Independence Day.
Cathedral of the Holy Trinity – Sameba
The Cathedral of the Holy Trinity is located 8 kilometers from the city center. It offers an incredible view of the city and the sea. The planned construction of the Cathedral was in 1989. On this day, the 1500th anniversary of autocephaly (administrative independence of the church) and the 2000th anniversary of Christianity were celebrated. The height of the temple is more than 60 meters, the length is more than 130 meters, the total area is 5 thousand m2.
The temple was founded in 1995, opened on December 25, 2002.
Lake Nuri
Lake Nuri it is a natural reservoir. It is located in the very center of the city, not far from the dolphinarium and the Black Sea coast. A park was built around the lake with a lot of entertainment and places to relax. There is a tragic legend about the lake, locals say that once a girl named Nuri drowned here, after which her mother came to the lake every day and called her, and the lake was named after this child.
Argadani Lake
The lake is located on the territory of the new boulevard. The lake is decorated with a fountain with the figure of a dancer. In the evening, there is an opportunity to enjoy a laser show, which is arranged by the figure. Once there were two lakes, which eventually merged into one. In the western part there are two small islands. Unfortunately, in winter, the passage to the lake is closed for the safety of tourists, you can only get to the bridge, after which you will encounter a high lattice.
Dancing fountains
Fountains represent a singer and a musician. Located on the boulevard. The fountain program includes "Swan Lake" and other masterpieces of great composers. Tourists who have visited this place talk about it only with positive emotions.
Port
Port of Batumi one of the oldest in the world. Here you can go on a yacht, steamboat and admire the views of Batumi. The port is located in the southeastern part of the city. In the 20th century, it was the main port to which oil was delivered. The total area of the port is more than 20 hectares, practically all of this area is open to the public. At any time here you can get acquainted with the work of the port, see how ships are loaded and unloaded.
Botanical Garden
Botanical Garden it is located not in the city itself, but 9 kilometers from it. There are more than 1000 species of plants in this place. There are no similar gardens in the world yet, at the moment this is the only place where you can study such a number of plants. It was founded by the great geographer and botanist Andrey Nikolaevich Krasnov. There are five main zones inside the garden: plant introductions, floriculture and ornamental gardening, selection of subtropical plants, plant physiology and biochemistry, botany.
Gonio Fortress
Gonio Fortress It is a historically significant part of Georgia. Since 2010, a nature reserve has been built here. The first mention of the fortress was noticed in the 1st century BC. Already in the 2nd century AD, the fortress was an entire settlement. Today, the fortress is no longer so popular among tourists, due to the large number of outdoor recreation parks and beaches. Tourists prefer to visit these places more.
Peter's Fortress
Fortress it was built by order of Emperor Justinian in 536 AD. "Petra" means "rock" in Greek. In some sources, the fortress is called Kajeti. The fortress has not been preserved in its full form, but most of the ruins indicate that the attraction is Byzantine. At one time, the fortress was a fairly large city that was captured by the Persians. There was a long struggle for the fortress and after the victory the Byzantines destroyed their fortress on their own.
Black Sea resorts
One of the most pleasant types of recreation is a vacation at the Black Sea resort. Here you can enjoy the silence, have fun and relax. The most popular resorts are Gonio, Kvariati, Sarfi.
Visit to the city of Batumi it will bring great pleasure to every tourist. Here you will find a wide range of entertainment, get acquainted with the culture and make new acquaintances.
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