Jvari Pass Travertine Natural Monument

The travertine monument spans 0.03 square kilometers in the Bidara River valley, featuring white and orange-tinted mineral deposits at 2197 meters elevation.

The natural monument developed over centuries through carbonate mineral precipitation, creating layers of calcareous sinter and tufa formations in the mountainous region.

The Jvari Pass Travertine represents a natural landmark within the Kazbegi Protected Areas, contributing to Georgia's geological heritage and environmental preservation efforts.

Located near the Kobi-Gudauri motorway tunnel, the site remains accessible throughout the year, with Gudauri town serving as the primary access point.

Water flows in thin transparent layers across the white travertine surface, continuously forming new mineral deposits through natural geological processes.

GPS coordinates: 42.53172,44.47157

Latest update: March 21, 2025 00:36