Losorion, Batumi

#9 among attractions in Batumi

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Losorion or Lysiris, was a Byzantine fortification on the eastern Black Sea coast, in Lazica in what is now Batumi, western Georgia. In 6th century, it was constructed by Byzantine emperor Justinian I, and due to its strategic location became a battleground of the 541–562 Lazic War between Rome and Sasanian Persia. It was identified with the Medieval fortress of Batumi, known as Tamaris Tsikhe, i.e. Queen Tamar's Castle. ()

Coordinates: 41°39'48"N, 41°40'57"E

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

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

2.6 miSW
Church
Batumi Cathedral of the Mother of God, Batumi
66 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.
3 miNE
Botanical gardens with exotic flora
Batumi Botanical Garden
78 min walk • The Batumi Botanical Garden is a 108 hectare area of land 9 km north of the city of Batumi, capital of Autonomous Republic of Adjara, Georgia.
2.5 miW
Statue of the Colchian princess Medea
Statue of Medea, Batumi
65 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...
2.2 miW
Observation decks and towers, Tower
Chacha Tower, Batumi
56 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...
3.5 miSW
41°38'36"N • 41°37'11"E
Batumi Mall batumi moli, Batumi
90 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
2.9 miSW
Specialty museum, Museum
Batumi Archaeological Museum, Batumi
76 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...
2.2 miSW
Sacred and religious sites
Batumi Mosque, Batumi
57 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.
2.7 miSW
Specialty museum, Museum
State Art Museum of Adjara, Batumi
69 min walk • State Art Museum of Adjara is a museum in the city of Batumi in Adjara, Georgia.
2.8 miSW
Museum
Adjara State Museum, Batumi
71 min walk • Adjara State Museum is a museum in the city of Batumi in Adjara, Georgia.
1 miNE
Town, Area
Makhinjauri, Batumi
25 min walk • Makhinjauri is a small town in Adjara, Georgia, with the population of 735 according to the 2014 census. It is located on the Black Sea coast, 5 km north of Batumi, the capital of Adjara, and functions as a seaside resort.
3 miW
Universities and schools
Shota Rustaveli State University, Batumi
77 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.