20 interesting facts about Georgia

  1. Georgia is a country located in the Caucasus region of Eurasia, bordered by Russia, Turkey, Armenia, and Azerbaijan.
  2. The official language is Georgian.
  3. Georgia has a rich and ancient culture, with influences from many different civilizations and empires.
  4. The Georgian economy is based on agriculture, tourism, and industry.
  5. The country is known for its diverse landscapes, including the Caucasus Mountains, the Black Sea coast, and the wine regions.
  6. The Georgian currency is the Lari.
  7. Georgia is a member of the United Nations, the Council of Europe, and the World Trade Organization.
  8. The Georgian population is diverse, with many ethnic groups including the Georgians, the Ossetians, the Abkhazians, and the Mingrelians.
  9. Georgia has a rich tradition of music, dance, and theater.
  10. Georgia has a diverse climate, with subtropical regions in the west and alpine regions in the east.
  11. Georgia has a long history of wine-making, and is one of the oldest wine-producing regions in the world.
  12. Georgia was a Soviet Socialist Republic from 1921 to 1991.
  13. Georgia has a rich history and culture with early Christian Orthodox Monasteries and ancient cave cities.
  14. Georgia has a strong tradition of hospitality, known as “guests are a gift from God”
  15. Georgia has a diverse religious landscape, with Christianity, Islam and traditional religions coexisting.
  16. The Georgian alphabet is one of the oldest alphabets still in use.
  17. The Georgian cuisine is known for its rich and flavorful dishes, including khinkali (dumplings), khachapuri (cheese-filled bread) and mtsvadi (barbecued meat).
  18. The capital city of Tbilisi is known for its pictures
  19. The Georgian Orthodox Church is one of the oldest Christian denominations in the world and has a significant influence on the country’s culture and society.
  20. Georgia has a rapidly developing economy, with a focus on increasing foreign investment and developing new industries such as technology and renewable energy.