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🏛️ Capital of Georgia
⛰️ Elevation: ~380–770 m above sea level
📍 Location: Eastern Georgia, Kartli region, Kura River valley
📐 Area: ~726 km²
👥 Population (municipality): ~1,200,000 (2025)
📖 Name origin: from Georgian “tbili” — “warm”
🏙️ Founded: 5th century
⏰ Time zone: GET (UTC +4)
🗣️ Demonym: Tbilisi resident / თბილისელი
💰 Currency: Georgian lari (GEL)

Answers to frequently asked questions

✅ Yes. Tbilisi is the capital and largest city of Georgia, as well as its cultural, economic, and tourism center.

✅ Tbilisi is located in eastern Georgia, in the Kartli region, in the scenic valley of the Kura River.

✅ The best time to visit is spring (April–June) and autumn (September–October), when the weather is pleasant for walking and sightseeing.

✅ Tbilisi is unique for its mix of ancient history, sulfur baths, the Old Town, modern districts, and vibrant cultural life.

✅ In Tbilisi, you can try khinkali, khachapuri, lobio, satsivi, and many other traditional Georgian dishes, along with wines from all regions of the country.

✅ Yes. Central areas and the Old Town are perfect for walking, though the city has a hilly landscape.

✅ The main language is Georgian, but Russian and English are often understood in tourist areas.

✅ Tbilisi is considered affordable: accommodation, food, and entertainment are available for different budgets, from budget-friendly to premium.

✅ The city has a metro, buses, minibuses, and taxis, including app-based taxi services.

✅ Tbilisi is considered a safe city, including for evening walks in central districts.