Mestia, Georgia

Svan towers

Svan towers refers to the tower houses built as defensive dwellings in the Georgian historical region of Svaneti. These towers are unique to the region and were primarily built between the 9th and 12th centuries, during the Georgian Golden Age. However, the origins of the tower likely date back to prehistory.

City
Mestia
Country
Georgia
Category
Landmark
Suggested visit
About 45 minutes

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