Introducing Mestia
The administrative capital of Svaneti, at an altitude of 1400m, is a conglomeration of at least 10 neighbourhoods, with old buildings and typical Svan towers mixed in among drabberSoviet-era structures.
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Mestia has no ATM, but many shops will change cash euros or US dollars. You can access the internet at the Training & Consultation Centre (Sgimieri; internet free; 2-4pm Mon-Fri). Most homestays can arrange guides and jeep transport.
An experienced and well-recommended English-speaking guide here, both for hikes and for visits to Svaneti’s churches, is Eteri Jorjoliani (899167121; per day US$25-30).
Last updated: Mar 2, 2009
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RE: Mountains in late September - early October?
by boombullyhostel 12 September 2011
Roads to Kazbegi and Mestia will be fine It might be some hustle to get to Shatili but still possible Have a nice trip boombully t…
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RE: in Georgia with a bike
by boombullyhostel 12 September 2011
Hi If i were u I'd do downhill from Mestia to Zugdidi beautiful nature nice road. It's a long way though start early in the morning…
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RE: A month trip to Georgia
by emeraldwhite 10 September 2011
You'll be fine in Svaneti - the road to Mestia is cleaned year round. Same for Kazbegi. More remote places like Tusheti or Khevsureti…
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