History

• Ancient Kingdoms: Georgia has a rich history dating back to ancient times with kingdoms such as Colchis and Iberia.
• Christianity: One of the first countries to adopt Christianity as the state religion in the early 4th century.
• Golden Age: The 11th and 12th centuries were marked as Georgia’s Golden Age under King David IV and Queen Tamar, characterized by military victories and a flourishing of culture and arts.
• Modern Era: Georgia declared independence from the Soviet Union in 1991, and since then, it has undergone significant political and economic transformations.

Culture

• Language: The official language is Georgian, which uses its unique script.
• Cuisine: Known for its rich and diverse cuisine, including dishes like khachapuri (cheese-filled bread) and khinkali (dumplings). Georgian wine is also world-renowned, with a tradition of winemaking dating back thousands of years.
• Festivals: Georgia has many traditional festivals, including Tbilisoba, celebrating the city of Tbilisi, and Alaverdoba, a harvest festival in the Kakheti region.
• Music and Dance: Georgian polyphonic singing and traditional dances are integral parts of the country’s cultural heritage.