Kutaisi is the city of legends and interesting history.
The city is located in western Georgia, in Imereti.
There are ancient monuments modern buildings.
A lot of people arrive to see attractions of the city annually.
Myths about famous Argonauts were born in the territory of the modern city.
This city was the residence of the Georgian kings for a long time.
Great Bagrati Cathedral was built by Bagrat III. Especially beautiful is Cathedral at night.
Near the town of Kutaisi is situated Gelati Monastery complex, which was built on the orders of the great Georgian king David the Builder.
Gelati was built in the 12th century. The complex includes: The cathedral named of the Virgin Mary, the Church of St. George, the church named after St. Nicholas, the bell tower, the ruins of the academy.
There are graves of many kings, including David the Builder.
There is legend that the great queen Tamar was buried in the monastery.
Not far from the Monastery of Gelati is located the Monastery of Motsameta, named David and Konstantin. Remains of martyrs are today in the monastery.
Gelati and Bagrati now included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
The ancient city of Kutaisi is located on the banks of the river Rioni.
The parts of city are connected by bridges. Every bridge is unique and beautiful.
The town has many historic buildings.
The Unique history keeps a historical museum; here are stored different exhibits, as well as the ancient manuscripts.
For lovers of art, in the old city is a gallery that bears the name of David Kakabadze. In this gallery are even pictures of the world famous Georgian painter Pirosmani.
Just a few kilometers from the city is a karst cave Sataplia.
Nearby Sataplia are found a dinosaur track, that’s why this area becomes more interesting.
Today the city is very important in the sense that in Kutaisi has an international airport of David Agmashenebeli, it receives more and more flights every year.
Kutaisi is the warmest and most hospitable and unforgettable for visitors.