Mtskheta
GeorgiaGE
City in Mtskheta-Mtianeti, Georgia
Mtskheta is a city in the region of Mtskheta-Mtianeti, Georgia. It is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. It is located approximately 20 km (12 mi) north of Tbilisi, at the confluence of the Kura and Aragvi rivers. Currently a small provincial capital, for nearly a millennium until the 5th century AD, Mtskheta was a large fortified city and a significant economic and political center of the Kingdom of Iberia.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 7,559
- Coordinates
- 41.845, 44.719
- Timezone
- Asia/Tbilisi
- Elevation
- 460 m
Overview of Mtskheta
Travellers heading to Georgia will find Mtskheta, a tiny locality. It counts about 7,559 residents. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. What stands out most: culture, nature and nightlife. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Mtskheta
Culture in Mtskheta
(7)Culture in Mtskheta covers Ancient Ruins, Castles, Cathedrals, Churches and Mosques. The full list runs to 7 activities. Straight from the activity profile stored for Mtskheta.
Nature in Mtskheta
(4)Nature lovers get Countryside, Desert, Scenic Roads and Volcanoes. All of it is drawn from Mtskheta's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Nightlife in Mtskheta
(2)Under nightlife, Mtskheta is tagged with Festival and Nightlife. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Mtskheta.
Wellness in Mtskheta
(2)Mtskheta's wellness entries include Farms and Turkish Baths. Everything listed here comes from what Mtskheta is actually tagged with. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Adventure in Mtskheta
(1)Adventure in Mtskheta covers Adventure. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Mtskheta.
Shopping in Mtskheta
(1)Our data lists Food as shopping options here. Plan them together and you have a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Mtskheta.
Sports in Mtskheta
(1)On the sports side, Mtskheta offers Snow Tubing. All of it is drawn from Mtskheta's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
More to do in Mtskheta
(1)Mtskheta records Secret under other activities. All of it is drawn from Mtskheta's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Best time to visit Mtskheta
Snow activities belong to December to February. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
Getting there & around
Mtskheta is small, so plan to arrive via the nearest hub in Georgia and continue by car or bike. Time zone: Asia/Tbilisi.
Similar destinations
Places near Mtskheta that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Mtskheta known for?
- Mtskheta, in Georgia, is best known for culture, nature and nightlife. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 7,559 residents.
- What can you do in Mtskheta?
- Recorded activities in Mtskheta include Ancient Ruins, Castles, Cathedrals, Churches and Mosques. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Mtskheta?
- Snow activities belong to December to February. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
- Where is Mtskheta located?
- Mtskheta is located in Georgia. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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