Introducing Kazbegi
This is most people’s destination on the Georgian Military Highway: a spectacularly located town just a few kilometres south of the Russian border, with the snowy peak of Mt Kazbek towering to the west, behind the famous hill-top silhouette of Tsminda Sameba Church. Kazbegi is the main town of Khevi, the region north of the Jvari Pass.
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Now officially named Stepantsminda, but still known as Kazbegi, this is a sleepy mountain town at about 1750m altitude, with mainly Soviet-era buildings. It’s a favourite with backpackers for its relatively easy access from Tbilisi (with dramatic scenery along the way), its plentiful homestays and the walking in the area.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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Share expenses? 30 May to June 6
by mrjohn 28 May 2012
I'll be arriving in Tbilisi on Wednesday (30 May) and spending a week in country. If anyone wants to share transportation expenses (rental…
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RE: COSTS IN GEORGIA - AN UPDATE
by mzurie 28 May 2012
Short answer: I haven't done it, but I've heard from quite a few that it's generally easy. Exceptions might include single-road tourist…
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RE: Five Days in Georgia
by ugotravel 27 May 2012
Good suggestions from nopasaran. On your way to Kazbegi you can visit Mtskheta and Ananuri, however that will be with spending 1night…
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