Bakuriani, Georgia is a small state in the Caucasus. An independent country that carries through the years love for its homeland, pride in its nation. Georgians honor traditions, respect the older generation, are famous for hospitality and have a hot temperament. To visit the resorts of Georgia means to enjoy clean air and warm sea, admire ancient monasteries and healing springs, visit both valleys and snow-capped mountain peaks. Mountainous Georgia is in no hurry to master modern benefits, but the stunning nature, which has created the necessary conditions for lovers of mountain tourism, calls for the development of infrastructure. What, by the way, the British newspaper “The Telegraph” wrote about, placing Georgia in fifth place in the ranking among the top ten countries providing extreme recreation.
Climate and features of the local mountains
The Georgian military Road is open to tourists at any time of the year, offering to visit different climatic zones. The Caucasus Mountains have got in the way of continental cyclones, which, even after breaking through from the Black Sea or the Caspian, lose strength. Therefore, Western Georgia lies almost without snow in winter, small frosts are characteristic of Central Georgia, Eastern Georgia is the most wintry, and above in the mountains, at an altitude of 3-4 thousand meters, there is constant snow and glaciers. Winter holidays in Georgia are ski resorts that open the season from November to May.
The Caucasus mountains are breathtaking and imaginative, deceptive and dangerous. To try to conquer them is to face the power and majesty of nature, experience adrenaline and test your physical fitness. The ski areas of Georgia have trails both for professionals who can experience backcountry and heli-skiing, and for beginners using the help of experienced instructors. The influence of mountain air at a certain altitude on the human body is beneficial. Climbing the mountains, use not only the active potential, but also the emotional one. Stop, look around romantics and travelers, take in the height of the boundless sky, feel the dormant mountain rebellion, fall under the influence of the mysterious forces of the mountains.
Popular ski resorts in Georgia
Gudauri, Georgia and if we talk about ski resorts, then perhaps Gudauri and Bakuriani will be the most popular. In addition to them – Svan Khatsvali and Tetnuldi (centered in Mestia) and Adjara Goderdzi. Gudauri is a developing resort located on the southern side of the Greater Caucasus Mountain Range. In addition to trails and tracks of international standards, there is an opportunity for freeride on virgin slopes. Not only experienced skiers (a 7 km long track has been created for them) and snowboarders will enjoy it, but also families with children starting to master the simplest routes. If you have never been to the Alps, then consider that your dream has come true, so the conditions can be said to be Alpine. The Georgian Military Road passes very close by. The stone cross placed on it to mark the point of the pass in 1824 was called the Cross Pass. Historically, this road was a link between Asia and Europe.
Bakuriani resort has been known and popular since the Soviet times and was used to train the Olympic team. Its status as the winter capital of Georgia has not been lost to this day. Bakuarini is located 29 km from Borjomi and is currently considered a modern ski resort. The snow cover persists for 4-5 months and reaches 64 cm in height. Mild cold, sunny weather, whence the name from the locals “Sunny Valley” resort, which is impossible not to appreciate. Europeans who know a lot about prices and the undoubted pleasure of extreme sports have also chosen this place. Adventurers and extreme people, perhaps, will not give up climbing and trekking. Paragliding is akin to soaring bird flights – it’s unforgettable. And also rafting, which has gained popularity since the 1980s.
All this and much more is today’s Georgia, which is rightfully considered the center of skiing. The country welcomes guests, tourists, ski enthusiasts from Russia, America and Europe. Success is certain. Hotel complexes, cozy cottages and family hotels will help you to comfortably settle down and spend unforgettable days in the midst of the surrounding landscapes. The energy of the mountains, bubbling in the blood-acquaintance with Georgia, which will leave an indelible mark on your soul.
