Lajanura Reservoir, Reservoir in Tsageri Municipality, Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti, Georgia

Lajanura Reservoir is a large body of water situated in a valley between mountain ranges in Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti. The calm surface reflects the sky and surrounding green hills, while rocky slopes and forest patches shape the surrounding landscape throughout the seasons.

The reservoir was constructed many years ago to store water for local villages and support irrigation and hydroelectric power generation. Its construction changed how the region used water, though traditional farming and herding practices continue to define life in the area.

The reservoir serves as a vital water source for local farmers who depend on it to irrigate their fields throughout the seasons. People gather here for fishing, picnics, and community activities, viewing it as a shared resource that connects them to their land and traditions.

The reservoir area is accessible for walks along the shores and enjoying the quiet surroundings, especially during summer months when the weather is mild and pleasant. Winter brings snow to the mountain peaks, which changes the landscape, so timing your visit to the warmer seasons provides the best experience.

The reservoir's dam traps more than 40 metres of sediment at its base, and the basin's lower part is built of thick Cretaceous limestone. The reservoir supplies the underground Lajanura hydroelectric plant. The surrounding slopes are prone to landslides.