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Ancient meets modern and East meets West in this cosmopolitan city. Stylish boulevards, cobbled streets, ancient churches and trendy bars. Tbilisi is historically fascinating, architecturally stunning and with a well deserved reputation for hospitality.

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Currency

Lari (GEL)

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Visa Requirements

No visa required for EU nationals, Canadians, Americans or Australians staying less than 90 days.

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Language

Georgian Time zone GMT + 4

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Timezone

Georgian Time zone GMT + 4

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Weather

Hot summers, cold winters

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Dialling Code

00 995

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Electricity

220v European two-pin plugs are standard

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Health and Safety

No special requirements for visiting. Medical facilities in Tbilisi are available but can be expensive. Comprehensive travel insurance is therefore essential. Outside Tbilisi, medical facilities are limited. There have been recent reports of outbreaks of rabies in Georgia. Tap water should be avoided. Bottled water is widely available.

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Flights to Tbilisi touch down at Tbilisi International Airport (00 995 323 10421) from where buses leave airport every 15 minutes into the city and take 50 minutes (40 tetri). Taxis take 25 minutes (30 GEL). There are trains six times a day from 01.45 to 21.15, the journey is 25 minutes (2 GEL). Most significant sites in the city centre are manageable on foot.

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Old Town

Old Town Boasting winding cobbled streets, traditional Georgian houses and quiet squares, the Old Town offers a Mediterranean feel. Ancient churches, a mosque and the Grand Synagogue, are all within walking distance, as is the ruined 4th century Narikala fortress containing the Church of St Nicholas (K Khetagurovi Street) with spectacular views of the city, Metekhi Church, and Kartlis Deda, the gleaming statue of Mother Georgia.

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Sulphur baths

Sulphur baths These brick domed buildings with their underground baths (Abanos Kucha, Bath Street) in the Abanotubani district are the place to relax. One of the most beautiful is Orbeliani, with its blue mosaic facade and decorative interior. Communal pool, massage and private washrooms are available. Towels can be hired.

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Rustaveli Avenue

Rustaveli Avenue An elegant 19thcentury boulevard with stylish designer shops, galleries and more cafes, restaurants and bars. Alternatively, visit Paliashvilli opera house, Rustaveli theatre the Governors Palace and the Parliament buildings. Or explore leafy Vake Park with its newly renovated amphitheatre providing live events and arty movies.

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Quick Lunch - Chardin 12

Chardin street is the main place for cafes and restaurants. Chardin 12 is a sophisticated yet cosy restaurant serving European dishes.

Address: 12 Chardin Street
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Tel No:00 995 329 23238

Top Table - Puris Sahli

For more upmarket Georgian fare and with live music, try Puris Sahli otherwise known as the House of Bread: very chic and with a lovely riverside location.

Address: 7 Gorgasali Street
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Tel No:00 995 323 03030

Cheap Eat - Kala Restaurant

Kala Restaurant has a laid back atmosphere, good Georgian and international food. Jazz in the evening, makes it popular with locals.

Address: 8-10 Erekle Street
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On Business - Hotel Kopala

Hotel Kopala has a wide range of accommodation from moderately priced to deluxe. Within easy reach of the financial centre, it is comfortable, efficiently run and has business facilities.

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Address: 8/10 Chekhov Street
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Lap Of Luxury - Betsy's Hotel

Betsy's Hotel is a richly decorated boutique hotel with rooms with floor to ceiling windows and top floor suites. It has a bar, restaurant and gym with outside pool.

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Address: 32/34 Makashvili Street
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Cheap Sleep - Georgian House

Georgian House in the Old Town has good, clean accommodation with additional facilities, such as a bar and terrace. Prices start at 40 Euros per room.

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Address: 38 Vakhtang VI Street
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Coffee And Chat - Prospero's Books

Prospero's Books (34 Rustaveli Avenue, 00 995 329 23592) is an English bookstore and cafe with a wide range of coffees plus snacks located away from the main thoroughfares.

Address: 34 Rustaveli Avenue
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Formal Presentation - Courtyard Marriott Hotel

The 4 star Courtyard Marriott Hotel (4 Freedom Square, 00 995 327 79100) is smart and provides seven meeting rooms that seat from 10 to 400 with full audio visual facilities and technical support.

Address: 4 Freedom Square
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Evening Drinks - Csaba's Bar

Csaba's Bar (3 Vashlovani Street, 00 995 329 23192) is a Jazz-Rock Café that's casual but stylish and which serves an excellent selection of beers and liquors.

Address: 3 Vashlovani Street
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