Khelvachauri

#234 among destinations in Georgia

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Khelvachauri is a small town in Adjara, an autonomous republic in southwest Georgia, 8 km southeast to the regional capital Batumi. The towns of Khelvachauri and Makhinjauri, and adjoining 75 villages form Khelvachauri District bordered by the Black Sea to the west and Turkey to the south. The area of the district is 410 km²; population – 51,189. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 41°34'41"N, 41°39'33"E

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Khelvachauri – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Gonio Fortress, Batumi Cathedral of the Mother of God, Statue of Medea, Chacha Tower.

4.4 miW
Roman ruins of an ancient fortress
Gonio Fortress, Batumi
113 min walk • Nestled on the edge of the Black Sea near the vibrant city of Batumi, Georgia, lies the historical gem of Gonio Fortress. An archaeological site of significant importance, the fortress offers a rare glimpse into the ancient Roman military architecture and the rich...
4.8 miN
Church
Batumi Cathedral of the Mother of God, Batumi
124 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Batumi, the bustling seaside city on Georgia's Black Sea coast, stands the Batumi Cathedral of the Mother of God, a majestic church that serves as a beacon of spiritual and architectural splendor.
5.2 miN
Statue of the Colchian princess Medea
Statue of Medea, Batumi
133 min walk • Rising elegantly in the heart of Batumi, Georgia, the Statue of Medea is a poignant memorial that pays homage to a figure deeply entrenched in the region's mythology and cultural history. This striking bronze statue stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of...
5.2 miN
Observation decks and towers, Tower
Chacha Tower, Batumi
134 min walk • The Chacha Tower in Batumi is one of the most unique and contemporary tourist attractions in Georgia. Located in the heart of the city, this modern structure is a symbol of the dynamic development and modernity of Batumi, while also paying tribute to the traditional...
4.9 miNW
41°38'36"N • 41°37'11"E
Batumi Mall batumi moli, Batumi
127 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
4.7 miN
Specialty museum, Museum
Batumi Archaeological Museum, Batumi
121 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant coastal city of Batumi, the Batumi Archaeological Museum is a treasure trove of ancient history and cultural heritage in Georgia. Established to preserve and showcase the rich archaeological finds of the region, the museum is a pivotal site for...
4.9 miN
Sacred and religious sites
Batumi Mosque, Batumi
127 min walk • The Batumi Mosque is a mosque in Batumi, Adjara, Georgia, which is a home to a sizable Muslim community. It was commissioned by the family of Aslan Beg Khimshiashvili, a Muslim Georgian nobleman in 1886. The walls of the mosque were painted by the Laz brothers.
5.1 miN
Specialty museum, Museum
State Art Museum of Adjara, Batumi
129 min walk • State Art Museum of Adjara is a museum in the city of Batumi in Adjara, Georgia.
5 miN
Museum
Adjara State Museum, Batumi
127 min walk • Adjara State Museum is a museum in the city of Batumi in Adjara, Georgia.
5.2 miN
Universities and schools
Shota Rustaveli State University, Batumi
134 min walk • The Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University is the higher educational university in Batumi, capital of the Autonomous Republic of Adjara. Georgia. It is named after the medieval Georgian poet Shota Rustaveli.
5.1 miNW
Universities and schools
Batumi State Maritime Academy, Batumi
130 min walk • Batumi State Maritime Academy is an internationally accredited higher-education maritime school in Batumi, Georgia. The institution's main function is to prepare qualified staff for employment within the marine-trade fleet and maritime transport infrastructure.