Toast qvevri wines, hike Caucasus trails, and soak sulfur baths of Georgia
Explore fire temples, Caspian skylines, and Caucasus villages of Azerbaijan
Explore ancient monasteries, volcanic highlands, and generous wine culture of Armenia
Visit Abkhazia, a partially recognized state in the South Caucasus. Explore the capital Sukhumi with its botanical garden (one of the oldest in the Caucasus, founded in 1840) and the Abkhazian State Museum (showcasing local history and artifacts). Relax on the beaches of Gagra (a resort town known for its subtropical climate and Soviet-era architecture) and hike in the Ritsa Nature Reserve (home to Lake Ritsa, a scenic alpine lake surrounded by mountains).
Explore the stunning landscapes and historic sites of Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh), known for its ancient monasteries, scenic canyons, and the iconic We Are Our Mountains monument.
Visit Yerevan, the capital of Armenia. Explore the Cascade Complex (a giant stairway with contemporary art installations and city views), see ancient manuscripts at the Matenadaran (repository of medieval Armenian texts), and visit the Genocide Memorial (Tsitsernakaberd, commemorating the Armenian Genocide with an eternal flame).
Visit the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, an exclave of Azerbaijan known for its unique culture and landscapes
Visit Vagharshapat, the spiritual center of Armenia. Explore the Etchmiadzin Cathedral (the oldest cathedral in the world, built in the 4th century and a UNESCO World Heritage site), see the Zvartnots Cathedral ruins (7th-century circular church with unique architecture), and visit the Saint Gayane Church (another UNESCO site known for its Armenian medieval design).
Traverse Caucasus valleys, fortress ruins, and pastoral hamlets of South Ossetia
Lonely 14th-century church beneath Mount Kazbek — Georgia’s most photographed view.
Where Europe frays into Asia - three republics, four breakaway territories, and toasts that last all evening.
Visit Chechnya, a region in Russia known for its mountainous landscapes, rich history, and cultural heritage.
Visit Gyumri, Armenia's second-largest city known for its historic architecture and cultural heritage. Explore the Black Fortress (a 19th-century Russian military structure with panoramic views), see the Dzitoghtsyan Museum of Social Life and National Architecture (showcasing traditional Armenian homes and artifacts), and stroll through Vardanants Square (the central square with the Cathedral of the Holy Mother of God and Soviet-era buildings).
Climb Europe's highest peak (5,642m) in Russia's Caucasus Mountains
The Matterhorn of the Caucasus: twin granite horns above Svaneti and one of the hardest climbs in the range.
A 5,033 m glaciated volcano above the Gergeti church, where Prometheus was said to be chained.
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