Various international media platforms have already expressed interest in Georgia, dedicating publications and documentaries to the country’s diversity, its hospitality, as well as its multiplicity of attractions. This time Tbilisi has once again caught the eye of National Geographic, which published an article titled ‘Tbilisi: the world’s most bohemian city’.
The article speaks about the “bohemian and culinary renaissance” of Tbilisi, introducing the trendiest urban spots to wider audiences and sharing its impressions.
Tara Isabella Burton, the author of the publication, strongly focuses on the eclectic architecture of the historic capital of Georgia, noting that “few cities are as gleefully chaotic as Tbilisi.” She recommends spending time in Tbilisi to discover the best of its must-go places. “While the city is small enough to be covered in a weekend, its architectural eclecticism, thriving restaurant and bar scene, and wealth of cultural offerings make it worth a much longer stay.”
Burton goes on to explore the most popular venues of the Georgian capital, including Stamba and Rooms hotels, as well as the Fabrika complex and the 19th century Wine Factory, which have already strongly established themselves among local and international guests as the best ‘chill out’ areas with the best food and selection of drinks.
The author also speaks about the Georgian gourmet pleasures, representing an inseparable part of the country’s culture, and offers her recommendations in this regard.
“Tbilisi has undergone a culinary renaissance over the past few years, with a cornucopia of local restaurants reimagining Georgian classics like grilled meats in sour plum sauce, salty khachapuri cheese breads, and red bean lobio stew.”
The journalist does not forget to mention the Dry Bridge Flea Market, the city’s best place to find antiques, souvenirs, jewelry and more.
“The daily market (weekends tend to have more vendors) sells everything from 19th century European porcelain to modern Dagestani jewelry to Georgian enameling, antique musical instruments to wolf pelts, to works by contemporary artists. Come prepared with a few phrases of Georgian, and receive a history lesson from the usually-friendly vendors about anything from Soviet-era medallions to Khevsur embroidery.”
Read the full article here.
By Ketevan Kvaratskheliya