Because of its location on the crossroads between Europe and Asia, and its proximity to the Silk Road, Tbilisi has kept its interest to various global powers. Tbilisi’s diverse history is reflected in its architecture, which is a mix of medieval, neoclassical, Beaux Arts, Art Nouveau, Stalinist and the Modern structures. Only one visit will not be enough to seek out all its secrets.
Historically, Tbilisi has been home to people of multiple cultural, ethnic, and religious backgrounds. You will find Mosques, Churches and Cathedrals side by side, and the people live in peace together.
Walking in the capital of Georgia, Tbilisi, is a walk filled with wonders and harmony. At least if you love architecture, open minded and smiling people, and gentle cats and dogs.
The first thing to learn, is never to pass a gate or a narrow passage without having a look inside. Just quietly walk in, the laundry lady will just smile and give you a nod.
You will always be greatly rewarded. Colours and harmony rules.
And the doors…I know of many who would swoon at the very sight of only one street…
Old iron gates and wooden balconies are characteristic of Tbilisi. I think I have hundreds of balcony images – maybe I will post some more …I cannot get enough of them.
Our first day in the city, we wanted to climb to the medieval Narikala Fortress, to get the best view of the city and the Kura river.
The city’s 1.5 million inhabitants were seeking the shades this hot day, and it really took some effort to walk all those steps. But every minute was a joy, stopping now and then to admire the view and for talking to all the lovely people.
Everywhere being inspected by the friendly cats and dogs of course…
On reaching a bench in the shadow, we had a Swedish ”fika”, admiring the view of the newer part of Tbilisi, the Sioni Cathedral and the Holy Trinity Cathedral.
In the header is the view of Old Tiflis (Old Tbilisi) and the new Peace Bridge reaching over the river Kura.
From the fortress and the slopes of the Botanical Gardens, we finished our first views of this charming and enigmatic city. Hopefully you will want to walk with me again – this is a city filled with art, gentle inhabitants and gorgeous food and wine. A Pearl of cities.
Leya 
Hi Leya, I found you Jo’s Monday Walk. This is an amazing place. I live in Utah, now I have to figure out how to get to get myself to Georgia so I can see Tbilisi in person.. (I have to admit I had to look up where Tbilisi even was.) Your photos are gorgeous.
Thank you, lady – so glad to have inspired you! And thank you kindly for your praise of my photos ♥
Thank you for introducing me to Tbilisi, which has never really been on my radar. I love the multicultural aspects of it, and those doors and wrought iron balconies are wonderful. That fortress looks like something worth exploring too. 🙂
Glad you enjoyed it – there will be more posts on the architecture and other adventures.
Good, I look forward to it. 🙂
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I’ve been saving this post up till I really had time to read it. You really should be employed by Tbilisi’s Tourist Information Office! You’ve really sold this atmospheric-looking city to me.
Haha, well – maybe I should ask them! ;-D You really made my Sunday shine, Margaret! I am sure many people would think this city is too worn down – but to you and me, it is totally atmospheric!
I enjoyed taking this trip via your intriguing photographs. Looks like quite the city!
Thank you – old handicraft architecture – imagine this city 50-100 years ago! Before some wars and earthquakes.
You’re welcome. So much history still remains visible, but one does wonder – what if?… Fascinating.
Oh, I would LOVE to see Tbilisi, so I need someone to go with!
I knew you would want to! It is a lovely city. But, very steep walks and cobbled or dirt streets. I don’t think even taxis can go everywhere. The whole place is a construction site – unfortunately.
Ah, OK…🙁☹️
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Wonderful tour of a place I knew nothing about. Thank you very much.
You are welcome, Michael. There will be more posts and walks from Georgia.
I’m looking forward to them.
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Great post 😊
Beautiful. Absolutely adore them. Especially the one of the doors.
Glad you liked them, thank you! I plan to do another walk next Thursday.
I know Vivi was captivated by this city and it’s easy to see why. Thank you so much for sharing it with me so beautifully, Ann Christine! Sending hugs 🤗💕
And back to you as well, my dear!
Ever so fabulous Ann-Christine 😀
Thank you, Brian – I left a piece of my heart there.
That’s a reason to go back and get it
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So much character, well captured!
Thank you, VJ – this city really captured my heart. So glad you could feel the charm!
Naturally – you have quite the talent.
Thank you kindly for your kind words!
Welcome!
Looks like somewhere else to add to my list!
Please do! You will not regret it.
Thanks.
Now definitely on my map of places to visit.
Regards Thom
Glad you liked it – you will not regret a visit!