Book Georgia ~ a Cultural Walking Tour in the Greater Caucasus
Georgia’s geographical position at the heart of the Greater Caucasus defines its history and culture, placing it at the crossroads of Europe, Central Asia and the Middle East. Invaded over the centuries by the Greeks, Romans, Vikings, Mongols, Persians, Ottoman Turks, Russians, Armenians and even the British (in 1919), Georgians have survived with a very strong sense of their identity, as expressed through their defensive towers, splendid, very early churches and above all, in their love of wine, feasting and their legendary hospitality to visitors.