Strolling Around Tbilisi

Old town Tbilisi is surrounded by mountains. Remnants of the old town wall are still visible and the Kura River running though town adds to the atmosphere.  Contemporary art is scattered around old buildings.  The mix is very charming.

The lamplighters of the past wore clothes like this.  The clothing demonstrates that Georgia has always had people from a wide variety of cultures living here.

Traditional street sweeper.

The postman, on the right, chatting with a neighbor.

Contemporary tower symbolizing that we always need to lean on someone in hard times.  It may be family, friend or a stranger.  

Peace Bridge

A 19th century caravanserai - traders on the Silk Road would stop in here to rent a room upstairs, or trade their goods on the first floor. Just by looking at this photo I can smell the cat odor.  Our guide told us this is a sign that people still live here.

Walking along the Kura River.

View from the cable car.  The tubular buildings are museums.

Tower on the old city wall.

Sioni Cathedral

A Night to Remember

After a full day sightseeing in the charming old city of Tbilisi, we went to a local restaurant that specializes in serving local Georgian wine and food.  The owner greeted us with a toast, and then he and friends, sitting at the table with us, sang Georgian songs throughout the dinner.

Our host is holding the traditional wine tasting vessel.  In the old days, men would travel around with this item stuck in their belts - always prepared to sample the Georgian wines.

A lovely toast welcoming us to his restaurant.

The ceiling

The five men at the end of the table sang for us.

The co-owner of the restaurant joined in on this song.  The female voice softened the sound of the music.

Georgia is known for it's hospitality, and we have certainly experienced it.  If you have the chance, come to Georgia.  The food and music are amazing.