10 reasons why you should come to Batumi
1. One of the longest seaside boulevards in the world
Seaside boulevard is one of the most important sights of Batumi. Since 1987, the boulevard has been a monument of national importance of the garden-park art of Georgia and is a recreational zone. The history of the boulevard is an integral part of the history, urban life and traditions of Batumi. The boulevard has been uniting the city's visitors or natives for more than a century. It includes a seven-kilometer walk, seaside promenade, 4 historic alleys, bicycle lanes, more than 40 thousand trees planted at different times in the area.
The boulevard also has many bungalows, cafe-lounges, restaurants, shops, children's attractions and various colorful or dancing fountains. Among the uniqie plants planted in Batumi boulevard you will find interesting sculptures, architectural monuments.
2. One of the richest botanical gardens in the world
The Botanical Garden is located in Adjara, 9 km away from the city of Batumi, at the confluence of the Chakvistskali River and the Mtsvane Kontshkvi (Green Cape). The garden occupies a south-western section of the sea coast about 1 km long, which extends from 0-220 meters above sea level.
Batumi Botanical Garden has no analogue in the world in the sense that there are plant species from completely different climatic and landscape zones. Both the Canary Palm and the Japanese Sakura thrive in this magical garden.
3. The land of beautiful sea and mountain resorts
Adjara is a place where the sea, mountains and interesting traditions are united. At an altitude of 1,500-2,200 meters above sea level, there are resorts that are designed for all four seasons of the year and offer tourists a romantic vacation with their magnificent landscapes. The coniferous forests of the mountain resorts of Adjara have a special ionization of the air and are distinguished by useful healing properties.
4. A beautiful tandem of modern and historic architecture
You should start visiting Batumi first of all by walking its streets and visiting the architecture of XIX-XX centuries. In this city you will also be able to visit the cult buildings of all major religious denominations (Orthodoxy, Catholicism, Islam, Judaism). Due to the ancient history of Batumi and Adjara in general, there are many different architectural monuments.
In the 19th century, during the period called Porto-Franco, Batumi was built by European architects. It was considered a popular port and tourist city in Soviet or post-Soviet periods. Batumi is still distinguished by the abundance of buildings with a very different architectural look.
5. Distinctive dishes and wine of Adjarian cuisine
Distinctive traditions of Georgian cuisine and feast are one of the reasons that attract tourists to our country.
Adjarian cuisine is an integral part of Georgian traditional cuisine, but at the same time it is influenced by the cultural influence of Asian cuisine. Dairy products predominate in the cuisine of mountainous Adjara.
Adjarian cuisine is unimaginable without Adjarian khachapuri, which differs from other types primarily with its original form. Sweets also play an important role in Adjarian cuisine. Viticulture has been well developed in Adjara since ancient times and up to 50 vine varieties with different maturity and color are preserved.
6. Diversity of cultural and historical monuments
Adjara was actively involved in the reconstruction of Georgia centuries ago. This is evidenced by the remains of castles, religious buildings and stone arched bridges in the territory of Adjara. Since Adjara was a border region of Georgia, there was a demand for the construction of fortifications, defense structures. Such are the fortresses of Gonio-Apsaros, the fortresses of Petra and Khikhani.
After becoming a port city, architecturally rich buildings especially multiplied in Batumi, such as the Church of the Nativity of the Virgin (former Catholic Church), the Batumi Post Office, the colonnades of the seaside boulevard, the House of Architects, the Summer Theater. European architects also took part in the development of the city.
The old town was mainly characterized with two- and three-storey buildings, at the same time the architectural look of each building was very different from each other, which made the appearance of the city more interesting. The same trend is observed in modern Batumi architecture. Batumi is still distinguished by the abundance of buildings with a very different architectural look. A number of modern architectural projects are planned to be implemented in the region in the future.
7. Diversity of tourism destinations;
Tourism today is one of the most global and popular industries, which is constantly growing and developing in different directions. This is the reason why different types and directions of tourism have been formed, because tourism involves people with different segments, tastes and needs, who must be satisfied with a variety of tourist offers.
Types of tourism you can enjoy in Adjara region:
- Maritime tourism;
- Business Tourism - MICE;
- Cruise tourism;
- Eco tourism;
- Gastronomic tourism;
- Wine tourism;
- Cultural tourism;
- Mountain-skiing tourism;
- Gaming tourism;
- Bird watching;
- Rural tourism - agrarian tourism.
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8. A variety of choices for relaxation and fun
Adjara is a place where you can see everything, it has any type of vacation you choose: you want to spend a vacation with your family and a quiet vacation at the sea, if you prefer adventures with friends; You are planning a trip to mountainous Adjara with backpacks and tents, if you choose the comfort of modern hotels - all types of vacationers in Adjara will find the desired environment.
Large selection of seaside resorts in Adjara for family vacations: Batumi, Kobuleti, Sarpi, Kvariati, Gonio, Tsikhisdziri, Chakvi and Green Cape (Mtsvane Kontskhi)…
- Batumi attracts lovers of active recreation by the sea, walking in the streets, city cafes, clubs and restaurants;
- The charm of Kobuleti is the wide selection of beach, pine groves and bungalows;
- Green Cape, Chakvi, Tsikhisdziri, Gonio, Sarpi and Kvariati - These places are designed for those who want to relax from the city and enjoy beautiful nature.
9. A variety of medical rehabilitation resorts
Kvariati is located near Georgian-Turkish border. Its coastline is characterized by transparent water. The resort has a medicinal purpose, which is the best place for the treatment of cardiovascular diseases and nervous system.
Kobuleti is the closest resort to the Black Sea coast, distinguished by its historic sites with iodized sea air, mild subtropical climate, pine trees and a fine sandy shoreline. Kobuleti, with its humid, mild and subtropical climate, is a healing and recreational holiday resort. The fine-grained shore, the dazzling sun creates good conditions for the treatment of heliotherapy, bones, joints, lymph nodes and other organs, bronchial asthma and cardiovascular diseases.
Makhinjauri - climatic-balneological resort. Those interested in medical tourism can be treated here for diseases of the respiratory tract, cardiovascular system, urogenital and nervous systems, as well as gynecological diseases, iron deficiency anemia, diseases of the endocrine system and metabolism.
Tsikhisdziri - The uniqueness of its climate lies in the fact that it is a mixture of sea and mountain air and is recommended for the treatment of non-tuberculous and functional diseases of the respiratory system.
Also, mountain-ski resorts are being intensively built in mountainous Adjara, which, in addition to sports, have a medical-recreational purpose and are provided for all four seasons of the year.
10. Beautiful, protected areas of world importance
The richness of nature of Adjara is evidenced by the protected areas in this area and the abundance of natural reserves. Mtirala National Park, Kobuleti Protected Areas, Kintrishi Reserve or Machakhela National Park are the best places for ecotourism lovers.
There are 4 protected areas in Adjara:
- Kobuleti Protected Areas - Just three hundred meters from the coast you can see the world's most pristine, living sphagnum peat.
- Kintrishi Protected Areas - Kintrishi Protected Areas are characterized by complex and varied terrain. Most of the area is occupied by mountains and valleys.
- Mtirala National Park - Mtirala natural landscape is enhanced by high humidity, frequent rains and fog.
- Machakhela National Park - Machakhela national park connects the protected areas of southwestern Georgia and northeastern Turkey.
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