Bakuriani, Winter resort in Borjomi Municipality, Georgia
Bakuriani is a mountain settlement at 1700 meters elevation on the northern slopes of the Trialeti Range, surrounded by coniferous forests. The area features twenty-three ski trails spanning 29 kilometers with eight modern lifts available for winter sports.
The settlement originated in the late 1800s and later became a major Soviet-era training center for winter athletes preparing for Olympic competitions. This transformation made it a key destination for developing sporting talent during that period.
The narrow-gauge Kukushka railway linking the settlement to Borjomi showcases Georgian engineering heritage from an earlier era. Local residents and visitors alike use this mountain line as a connection that reflects how the community developed around transportation routes.
The settlement is most accessible during winter months when trails are groomed and lifts are operational for skiing. A visit requires warm clothing and adjustment to high elevation, as the altitude may affect how visitors feel physically.
The Georgian Academy of Sciences operates a botanical garden there conducting research on mountain plant life at high elevations. This research facility studies plant species adapted to thrive under the extreme conditions found at this altitude.
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