Bakuriani
Few places in Samtskhe-Javakheti have a history as closely tied to mountain tourism as Bakuriani. Set on the northern slopes of the Trialeti Range in Georgia’s Lesser Caucasus, the resort is surrounded by conifer forest and mountain terrain. Bakuriani grew from a settlement served by the Borjomi–Bakuriani narrow-gauge railway, popularly called Kukushka, which connects it with Borjomi through a wooded valley. Today it is one of Georgia’s principal winter-sports centres, with accommodation and resort facilities concentrated among the forested slopes. Its location also places it close to Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park, a large protected area extending across the Lesser Caucasus.
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The Trialeti Range defines the setting of Bakuriani — at roughly 1,700 metres above sea level, long winters and conifer-covered slopes shape the resort’s daily rhythm. Part of Borjomi Municipality in Georgia’s Samtskhe-Javakheti region, Bakuriani is one of the country’s principal centres for skiing and snowboarding, with the Kokhta and Didveli areas close to town. In warmer months, the same mountain terrain draws walkers and cyclists. The narrow-gauge Borjomi–Bakuriani Railway, widely known as the Kukushka, remains a distinctive historic connection between this highland settlement and Borjomi. View additional webcams nearby to better understand how Bakuriani relates to the Trialeti Range and the Borjomi area.
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Built around the upper Mtkvari River valley and the Javakheti Plateau, Samtskhe-Javakheti developed into a distinctive southern Georgian region of uplands, volcanic terrain and historic towns. Akhaltsikhe, the regional centre, is home to Rabati Castle, a fortified complex reflecting Georgian, Ottoman and other periods of rule. South of the city, Vardzia is a vast rock-cut monastic complex created in the 12th century above the Mtkvari. Borjomi’s mineral-water heritage and Lake Paravani add contrasting settings to the region’s mountain roads and settlements. Move on to other webcams in the region to compare valleys, plateau country and urban scenes around Samtskhe-Javakheti.
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Among the countries of the Caucasus, Georgia stands out for its ancient wine culture, expressed through qvevri—large clay vessels buried underground for fermentation. The Greater Caucasus forms its northern frontier, while the Black Sea borders the west; between them, valleys and plains support vineyards, farms and cities. Tbilisi, the capital, is known for its old quarter, sulphur baths and varied architecture. At Mtskheta, the former capital, Svetitskhoveli Cathedral is one of the country’s major Orthodox monuments. Georgian cuisine, from khachapuri to herb-led dishes, is central to everyday hospitality. Continue through nearby webcams to explore different parts of Georgia.
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