About Mestia
Mestia towers—six-storey defensive structures built by Svaneti clans for feudal warfare—dominate this mountain village at 1,500 metres altitude. The towers remain intact; narrow lanes wind between them. Skiing and trekking base in winter and summer; the village pulses with adventure-seeking visitors.
Country
Georgia
Best months to visit
Year-round
Currency
GEL
Language
Georgian, Russian, English
Things to do in Mestia
Climbing the ancient defensive towers for views across the Caucasus
Trekking from Mestia across passes to Gergeti (multi-day expedition)
Skiing on Tetnuldi Ski Resort slopes (December-March season)
Visiting the Svaneti Museum showcasing tower-house life and medieval artifacts
Eating khachapuri (cheese bread) and khash (meat soup) at family restaurants
Staying in converted tower houses turned guesthouses with fireplaces
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