Rating methodology "Places in Georgia worth visiting"

The “Places in Georgia Worth Visiting” category brings together rankings of locations and spaces chosen for impressions, walks, cultural leisure, and travel. The methodology is based on the general principles of the Madloba system and adapted to the specifics of such objects: seasonality, tourist demand, the importance of accurate geolocation, and up-to-date visiting conditions.

What objects are included in the category

The category includes places and locations presented in open sources and meeting the requirements for information accuracy.
Considered:

• attractions and landmark places (natural and urban);
• museums and galleries;
• religious sites and spiritual centers;
• wineries and places connected with wine culture;
• spaces and places for active recreation and sports;
• places for evening leisure and atmosphere (within the relevant selections).

To participate in the rankings, the card must contain up-to-date data: address/geolocation, contacts (if applicable), opening hours, and a description that helps understand the venue format. Objects without stable public data may not be included until sufficient information becomes available.

What rankings are included in the category

Main data sources

Public sources and external signals

Only open and publicly available data is used when forming the rankings. The main base for reviews and information about a place is public listings (including Google Maps). Additionally, information from relevant туристический directories, open publications, and the official pages of the venues is taken into account.
Reviews are analyzed in RU / EN / KA to account for different audience segments — tourists and local residents

What signals are considered in the category

Key indicators

Category specifics

Characteristics of places worth visiting

This category is characterized by the fact that many venues depend on the season, weather conditions, and tourist flow. In addition, for some places, not only the “rating” is important, but also the accuracy and freshness of information: how to get there, opening hours, and visiting conditions.

Working with conflicting data

How rating discrepancies are handled

Ratings across different platforms may vary due to different visit scenarios, seasonality, and audience composition. Therefore, when forming rankings, a combination of independent signals is taken into account rather than a single metric.

New places in the ranking

How new locations are included

New locations may be included in the ranking based on public sources and editorial review, even if there are still few user reviews in the catalog.

Rankings update

How often the category is updated