Zhvava-Kvara, Zhovs-Kvara, Joekvara, Joekvara – all these names refer to the same mountain river flowing in Abkhazia. The length o …
The shortest river Reprua or, as it is called, the river-recordsman flows in the country of Abkhazia and is saturated with water o …
Joekvar waterfall is one of the most frequently visited sights of Abkhazia. Its name comes from the name of the Joekwara River. F …
The embankment in Gagra is a place where tourists leisurely stroll, enjoying the magnificent sea and mountain landscape, where you …
The amazing beauty of the valley of Orto-Balagan with a length of twenty-two kilometers is located near Mount Arabika in Abkhazia …
The Georgian-Abkhazian conflict took place in 1992-93. In many Abkhazian villages there are monuments to the soldiers who died in …
One of the world-famous sights of Abkhazia is a cave carved by human hands and named in honor of Bishop Hypatius. According to leg …
On the territory of Abkhazia, 15 kilometers from Lake Big Ritsa, the world-famous Arabian mountain range stretches. The largest ma …
Yupsharsky Canyon "Stone Sack" is one of the incomprehensible monuments of nature, which is located in the Caucasus in mountainous …
The temple located in the village of Tsandripsh is one of the oldest temples. It was founded in the sixth century. It was built by …
There are many amazing and unusual places in Abkhazia. Be sure to visit Khashupse Canyon, which is located in the Gagra district, …
The view of Gagra from the height of the observation decks is especially impressive. The whole resort opens in the palm of your ha …
Mount Agepsta is located in the southwest of the Caucasus exactly on the border between the Republic of Abkhazia and Russia. The …
Mount Mamdzyshha in Abkhazia is located near Gagra. The mountain reaches a height of 1873 m (above sea level) and is located in t …
The temple of St. Hypatius of Gagra is otherwise called the Church of the Abbot. Its location is the territory of a very old Abbot …
In Abkhazia, near the famous alpine lake Ritsa, slightly above the Bzyb River, there is a waterfall called "Bird". This associativ …
Gagras. One of the most beautiful cities of Abkhazia. Currently, the landmark of this city is a monument dedicated to the victory …
It is difficult to find a person who has never heard of the beauty of Georgian landscapes. Indeed, this country is famous for its …
The picturesque Abkhazian resort town of Gagra, impressive for its beauty, clean mountain air and gentle sea, is also famous for i …
Men’s Tears Falls is a beautiful natural waterfall on the Yupshara River, located in the southeastern part of the Ritsin relict na …
Among the unique mountain ranges of Abkhazia there are many cascades and waterfalls, however, one of the most picturesque and uniq …
The famous waterfall of Maiden Tears is one of the places that travelers to Abkhazia do not miss. However, excursions are not comp …
One of the most mysterious and interesting places located among the high mountain peaks is the central entrance, hidden from pryin …
One of the most picturesque tourist routes of Abkhazia is the mountain lake Ritsa. The surroundings of the lake are famous not onl …
One of the most beautiful places in Abkhazia is Lake Mzy. On three sides the lake is surrounded by mountains, on the shore all yea …
I invite you to go on an unforgettable excursion to the mountain lake Ritsa. It is a place where nature reveals its majestic beaut …
Unforgettable historical and natural history tour along the picturesque Black Sea coast of the Republic of Abkhazia with a visit t …
Gagra (Colonnade, Gagripsh Restaurant, Primorsky Park, Abaata Fortress, Temple of St. Hypatius), Bzyb Gorge with a 10th century te …
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Gagra is a quiet and picturesque resort on the northwestern coast of Abkhazia, where the sea meets the foothills of the Greater Caucasus. The city with a rich history of resort holidays, ancient boulevards and the characteristic atmosphere of the southern seaside settlement attracts beach lovers and nature researchers.
Man-made sights of Gagra tell about centuries-old history and Soviet resort heritage: a wide embankment with walking alleys and observation platforms, old buildings and remains of the fortress of Abbat with the temple of St. Hypatius, eucalyptus alley and cozy city bridges. There are monuments within the city, including a monument to the crew of the T-55 Mustang tank and memorials dedicated to the events of the early 1990s, and small museums and craft shops near Lake Ritsa offer local souvenirs.
The natural sights around Gagra are a real encyclopedia of Caucasian beauty: the mountain rivers Zhvava-Kvara and Reprua, the full-flowing cascades of the Joequary and Geg waterfalls, the Milk and Bird waterfalls, as well as the famous “Male tears” and “Maiden tears”. The Arabian mountain range stores karst caves and entrances to Krubera Voronya, and the canyons of Yupshar and Khashupse are striking in scale. Surround the resort peaks of Agepsta and Mamzyshha, and in the depths - lakes Ritsa and Mza and picturesque valleys like Orto-Balagan.
On our page you can see all the main points of interest of Gagra on the interactive map: brief descriptions of monuments and natural objects, photos and useful tips. A convenient route tool will help to pave the optimal path around the city and the surrounding area - from a leisurely walk along the embankment to a rich hike to waterfalls and caves.
You can explore Gagra on your own, following the marked points and enjoying the free rhythm, or you can book a tour with local guides: professionals will share legends, the history of temples and fortresses, take you to hidden observation decks and select a route for interests. Excursions and walks allow you to better understand the nature of the region and discover subtle but impressive places.
Come to Gagra to feel the sea, mountains and atmosphere of the southern resort. Discover the sights, plan the routes and take your time - in this city, every walk can be a discovery. Travel boldly and come back for new experiences.
