Ancient rock-hewn town that witnessed key events of Georgian history.

Rock-hewn monastery complex with hundreds of cave structures tucked away into the mountainside.

Monks in the empyreal Alazani River valley have preserved their 1,000-year-old winemaking tradition.

Towering metal swords commemorate a 12th-century victory.

This architecturally eclectic fortress witnessed centuries of bloody turmoil, including the massacre of its ruling clan.

This extraordinary, multi-pillared monument depicts the fascinating history of Georgia.

A cluster of historic bathhouses built on the famed hot springs that gave the Georgian capital its name.

Abandoned museum from the last days of Soviet domination, with a unique Brutalist design.

With over 10,000 lights, this engineering marvel lights up the city after dark.

The charmingly disheveled clock tower of Tbilisi's puppet theater.

A small but hugely whimsical theater where marionettes play out the "The Battle of Stalingrad."

A lively circle of dancers in the Georgian capital commemorates an ancient rite of spring.

When the Soviets destroyed the historic Armenian monastery they somehow left its bell tower intact.

You'll find just about anything in this funky Tbilisi flea market.

Luxury hotel turned into a refugee camp, then turned back into a luxury hotel.

Unusual building appears to be haphazardly built from randomly piled bricks.