The Secrets of Old Tbilisi - For Adults and Children
About this experience
Dates and facts are usually hard to remember on tours. But legends and tales captivate with their plots, and mysteries inspire to find an explanation of what lies behind them. Why is almost every Tbilisi tradition related to stone and water? Who are the Devi and Jodjo? What is hidden in the basement of a certain temple? By answering unexpected questions, you will look at the city from a new perspective and better understand its cultural code.
What to Expect
During a walk through the districts of Harpukhi and Abanotubani, you will discover:
- Who the Devi are and where they live in Tbilisi
- What miraculous stone was Harpukhi, after which a part of old Tbilisi was named
- What strange ritual is associated with pebbles in Harpukhi (by the way, you can also participate in this ritual)
- What secret room is hidden in the basement of an Armenian church and who was Saint Sarkis
- Who the Jodjo are and why the residents of Tbilisi looked into their eyes
Route: Metekhi Bridge - 'Ganja Gates' - former customs of the Harpukhi district - Surb Sargis Church - Abanotubani. During the journey, we will also peek into Tbilisi courtyards.
Who Would Enjoy the Tour
Families - stories of fairy-tale and mythological characters will be interesting to both adults and children. And to all those who have already been to Tbilisi and want to discover it from a new perspective - the tour awaits you with many little-known facts and places. As there will be ascents and descents on the route, the tour is suitable for fans of active walks.
Organizational Details
- Route length - up to 3 km
- Make sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and seasonal clothing; in summer, take a head covering and water
- Children from 8 years old can join you
- The tour will be led by one of our team's guides
Dmitriy
November 11, 2024
It's just delightful!! If you have the opportunity to go on a tour with Vlasi - go for it! Such expressiveness and captivating presentation, combined with depth of historical knowledge, are very rare! He is a unique guide, a tour with whom will be the brightest impression of your trip!
Ekaterina
November 10, 2024
My children (11 and 17 years old) have been on dozens of individual tours, but according to their unanimous opinion, Vlasi is the best! and only shares the first place with a quest tour of Rome that took place a long time ago. I think when children say that they didn't notice how 3 hours flew by and...
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Alice
November 5, 2024
Enjoyable guide Zhanna communicated warmly. She wrote in advance, it was very easy to agree. Was friendly towards the child. Responsively answered questions. Really liked the start of the tour at the ancient temple on the cliff and the finale at the sulfur baths. Interesting and very beautiful. In...
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