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Mestia

Mestia is the cultural capital of Upper Svaneti, a remote mountainous region in the Greater Caucasus. Known for medieval Svan defense towers, views of snow-capped peaks, and preserved ancient traditions. The perfect base for popular trekking routes to Ushguli, Mount Ushba, and Chalaadi Glacier. Experience unique Svan culture with its own language, cuisine, and architecture that has remained unchanged for centuries.

Practical Information

Prices verified: Feb 15, 2026

Entrance Fee

Free

Town free. Svaneti Museum: 5 GEL. Accommodation: 60-80 GEL/night with meals

Best Time to Visit

June to September for best weather and hiking. September-November for lower prices.

Connectivity & Services

Wheelchair access
Partial
Audio guide
Not available
Staff assistance
Not available

Facilities & Services

restrooms
restaurants
hotels
parking
atm
information
hiking trails

Working Hours

Verified: Feb 15, 2026
24 hours

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By car/bus: 9-10 hours via Zugdidi. By plane: Seasonal flights from Tbilisi (when operating). Mountain road is scenic but winding

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Weather

Average temperature by month

Nowweather-3°
96%2 м/с
Todayweather4°-3°
Tomorrowweather5°-1°
Thuweather2°0°
Friweather2°-3°
Satweather1°-5°
Sunweather5°-8°
Monweather4°-8°
1°
-5°Jan
2°
-5°Feb
6°
-2°Mar
11°
2°Apr
16°
6°May
20°
10°Jun
23°
12°Jul
24°
12°Aug
19°
8°Sep
13°
4°Oct
7°
0°Nov
3°
-3°Dec

What else to see

Interesting places nearby

Chalaadi Glacier
-3°
Free
Nature

Chalaadi Glacier

Svan Towers
-3°
Closed
GEL5
History

Svan Towers