In the header, the Orbeliani bathhouse, Tbilisi. According to the legend, the king of ancient Iberia, Vakhtang I Gorgasali, (5th C) once hunted in the forests near the first capital of Georgia – Mtskheta. After some time, he saw a pheasant, then shot and killed the bird. The king sent his falcon to find the […]Read Post ›
One of my favourite images for 2019 was one of the Stari Most. I think its special beauty and story is worth a post of its own. Ever since I was a child I have wanted to see this city and its magnificent bridge. But the Old Bridge was destroyed on 9 November 1993 during […]Read Post ›
This is Pur Pur, another magical restaurant In Tbilisi, Georgia. A bit hard to find though – in the middle of this big construction site called – Tbilisi. Luckily there were some signs on the way… …so, finally we found Pur Pur, in the old town area. Resting close to a peaceful park – – […]Read Post ›
The last day of the Christmas festivities, and I am so grateful for having my family around me – but still dreaming of clear skies and some light. We light up the days for each other, and to cheer myself up even more, and you, I send some photos from a colourful somewhere in the […]Read Post ›
All grey and drizzle today, just like the last 6 weeks here in Skåne. My thoughts wander to the lovely Cafe Leyla in Tbilisi. Let’s peep inside! This place will surprise you with a healthy dining experience: they serve only village – grown, non – GMO and seasonal products. Try some of their honey and […]Read Post ›
Why Georgia ? Udabno, at first sight, seems a forgotten place in the desert. Originally a Soviet built village – but then abandoned and left to the last, striving old farmers. Since about 8-10 years it has been brought to life again, by a Polish guy who fell in love with Georgia when traveling the […]Read Post ›
Fabrika, Tbilisi, ”Once a soviet sewing factory, has been revived and transformed into a multi-functional urban space bringing together enthusiastic individuals ready to stretch their minds with new exhilarating experiences.” This is how this urban hot spot describes itself to potential visitors – let’s have a look! ”With its striking “old-meets-new” attitude, Fabrika oozes genuinely […]Read Post ›
David Gareja Lavra is a historical and architectural monument within the monastic complex of David Gareja. It was built during the first half of the 6th century under the guidance of San David Gareja, one of the thirteen Assyrian monks who arrived in the country at the same time. He came to bring Christianity to […]Read Post ›
For the last hours of our walk together, we understood that Aleksandr had saved… …some of the very finest of courtyards in Tbilisi. But – what is the finest is of course in the eye of the beholder. First some other special pieces we passed. This courtyard, with a fantastic spiral staircase, was so amazing […]Read Post ›
First of all, I want to thank Viveka of myguiltypleasures for inspiring us to go to Georgia. She went there over Christmas and totally fell in love with the city. The unmistakable charm of the Old Town, the history, the people, the food and wine, brought us here. We stayed for a week, but could […]Read Post ›
