Algeti reservoir, stuwmeer in Georgië

Algeti Reservoir is a water body created by damming the Algeti River in the Kvemo Kartli region near the village of Tbisi, about 55 kilometers from Tbilissi. Covering roughly 2.3 square kilometers, the calm water is channeled through irrigation systems to support farming in nearby villages including Djordjiashvili, Asureti, Borbalo, Koda, and Marabda.

Archaeological excavations around the reservoir have uncovered burial sites and settlement remains from the Middle Ages, showing the area was inhabited long ago. A human skull found in 2012 and dated to the 5th or 6th century AD demonstrates that people lived in this region for many centuries.

The reservoir serves as a vital part of daily life for the surrounding villages, providing water that supports farming and drinking needs. This dependence shapes how local people relate to the land and organize their communities around this water source.

The area is accessible year-round and offers opportunities for walking along the water, bird watching, and outdoor relaxation. Visitors find peaceful conditions suitable for exploration, and local guides can help plan activities such as cycling tours or walks in the surrounding landscape.

A human skull discovered in 2012 and dated to the 5th or 6th century reveals that this valley has been continuously inhabited since the early Middle Ages. The excavations uncovered not only burial sites but also evidence of an organized community that lived here for many generations.

• Location: Kvemo Kartli
• GPS coordinates: 41.58867,44.52006
• Latest update: February 9, 2026 08:22