What is there to see and do in Tskaltubo?
A radon-water spa, caves and abandoned sanatoriums.
Short answer
Tskaltubo is a spa town with radon mineral waters about 10 kilometres from Kutaisi. Highlights include the resort park with its bathhouses, the abandoned Soviet-era sanatoriums, and nearby Prometheus Cave and the canyons of Imereti. It makes an easy half-day trip from Kutaisi.
Why
- Tskaltubo was one of the Soviet Union's largest resorts, which explains its many big sanatoriums.
- Some sanatoriums emptied after the 1990s and are now popular with photographers.
- Prometheus Cave is a few kilometres from town.
Details
Entering the abandoned buildings is dangerous, as many are structurally unsafe. Radon water treatments are not suitable for everyone, so consult a doctor before any treatment.
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This is not medical advice. Consult a doctor before any treatment.
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