Gega Waterfall
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Abkhazia
Region: Abkhazia
Administrative center: Sukhum
Status: temporarily occupied territory of Georgia
Internationally recognized affiliation: Georgia
Location: north-western Georgia, Black Sea coast
Area: ~8,600 km²
Population: ~240,000 people
Relief: Greater Caucasus mountains, coastal plains
Languages: Georgian, Abkhaz
Climate: humid subtropical, maritime
Time zone: GET (UTC +4)
Currency (in practical use): Russian ruble (RUB)
Popular places in Abkhazia
on the right tributary of the Bzipi River - Gega, Gagra municipality, Abkhazia, Georgia 43.43567928040926, 40.44343552592005
Municipalities and settlements of the region
Gagra Municipality (Abkhazia)
Gagra
Pitsunda
Gantiadi
Lidzava
Kolkhida
Leselidze
Gudauta Municipality (Abkhazia)
Gudauta
New Athos
Sukhumi Municipality (Abkhazia)
Sukhumi
Gulripshi Municipality (Abkhazia)
Gulripshi
Ochamchira Municipality (Abkhazia)
Ochamchira
Gali Municipality (Abkhazia)
Gali
Sights of the region
Answers to frequently asked questions
⚠️ What is the status of Abkhazia?
✅ Abkhazia is a region of Georgia that is currently under de facto occupation. The territory is internationally recognized as belonging to Georgia.
🗺️ Where is Abkhazia located?
✅ Регион расположен на северо-западе Грузии, вдоль побережья Чёрного моря, у подножия Большого Кавказа.
🏛️ What is the administrative center of the region?
✅ The administrative center of Abkhazia is Sukhum, located on the Black Sea coast.
💱 Какая валюта используется в Абхазии?
✅ The Russian ruble is the currency in use.
However, within the internationally recognized legal framework, the Georgian lari remains Georgia's currency.
ℹ️ Can tourists visit Abkhazia?
⚠️ Visiting the region has restrictions and peculiarities.
We recommend familiarizing yourself with the latest information, border crossing regulations, and official recommendations before planning your trip.