Imereti: Hotels and Accommodations

In the wider regional area of Imereti are Gora Samglo, Katskhi Monastery, Motsameta Monastery, Gelati Monastery, and the Katskhi Pillar. The connection to Gora Samglo may be of interest to visitors looking for a specific landscape reference in Imereti.

You can book a hotel in Imereti.

The surrounding area of Imereti also includes Dzevrula Cave, Gora Kvitsnarisi, and Gora Kartakhlo-Tavi.

Culture

Singing and regional folklore are an integral part of Imereti’s culture.

Wine

Imereti is an important Georgian wine-growing region; the grape varieties Tsolikauri, Tsitska, Krakhuna, Otskhanuri Sapere, and Adanasuri are associated with the region.

Nature

Karst caves and dinosaur footprints are associated with Sataplia Nature Reserve. This makes it a specific reference for visitors interested in these natural features in Imereti.

Climate

The lowlands of Imereti have a humid subtropical maritime climate with mild to warm winters and hot summers.

History

Imereti has historical connections to ancient Colchis. The region is home to Bagrati Cathedral and the Gelati Monastery complex, which are considered UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Landscape

Imereti encompasses landscape zones ranging from humid subtropics to alpine meadows, as well as major inland rivers such as the Rioni and Tskhenistskali.

Geographical Location

Imereti is a region in western Georgia. Kutaisi is its capital; the Rioni divides the region into an upper and a lower part.

Activities

Regional visitor activities include cave exploration, canyoning, rafting, kayaking, and climbing.

More regional entries: Alaverdi, Chkvishi, Chiatura, Terjola, Meore Obcha, Vardzia, Motsameta, Kveda Kinchkha, Etseri, Zestafoni, Kursebi, Tskaltubo, Sairme, Kutaisi.

From here, regional orientation can be continued through the linked entries.

To the higher-level travel overview: Georgia.