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About Svaneti
Upper Svaneti is a UNESCO listed mountain region of defensive towers, glaciers and alpine villages. Mestia and Ushguli are its jewels, reached by a dramatic mountain road.
Top things to do in Svaneti
- Mestia towers and Svaneti Museum
- Ushguli village and Shkhara glacier
- Koruldi Lakes hike
- Hatsvali ski area
- Chalaadi Glacier trek
- Best time to visit
- Jun to Sep for trekking; Jan to Mar for skiing
- How to get there
- About 3 hours from Kutaisi or a short flight from Tbilisi to Mestia.
- Ideal for
- Hikers, Photographers, Adventure
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How many days do I need in Svaneti?
At least three days to see Mestia, Ushguli and one good hike without rushing.
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