Sataphlia State Reserve, Protected area in Tsqaltubo, Georgia
Sataphlia State Reserve is a protected woodland area covering mountainous terrain with ancient beech, chestnut, and hornbeam forests. The landscape includes several natural caves formed by water erosion through limestone, which are now open for visitor access.
The reserve was established in 1935 to protect the geological and biological features of the region. The discovery of over 200 dinosaur footprints preserved in limestone layers turned it into a significant site for paleontological research.
The forest here represents an ancient natural landscape that has shaped the region for thousands of years. Visitors walking through it can observe how the local ecosystem supports diverse plants and wildlife in its forested terrain.
A visitor center in nearby Banoja village offers guided tours in several languages. The best time to visit is during warmer months when paths are dry and easy to walk on.
The visitor center houses a biospeleological museum displaying specimens from the caves, including rare insects and animals that live only in underground environments. This collection helps visitors understand how life adapts to complete darkness in cave systems.
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