Category: TBILISI

TBILISI, GEORGIA FOOD & DRINK: KHACHAPURI!

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Adjarian (Acharuli/Adjaruli) khachapuri! Delicious traditional Georgian dish. They form the dough into an open boat shape and then top it with a raw egg and a ‘pat’ of butter. The bread is filled with cheese and Georgians are said to prefer it to pizza:

 

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19jul15. Tbilisi, Georgia.

TBILISI, GEORGIA: ABOVE THE OLD CITY

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The new concert hall:

IMG_6118 IMG_6119The Metekhi Church:

IMG_6120 IMG_6121Narikala, ancient fortress from the 4th century:

IMG_6122Statue of King Vakhtang Gorgasali:

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18jul15. Tbilisi, Georgia.

TBILISI, GEORGIA: CHATEAU MUKHRANI WINERY

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About 25 mins. outside of Tbilisi city center is the Chateau Mukhrani Winery. Here are photos featuring the entry onto the winery grounds, the cellar tour, Georgian cuisine, and of course, some of the wine:

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18jul15. Tbilisi, Georgia.