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