Tsalka (Dashbashi) canyon and ancient settlements








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About
During the tour you will visit natural, cultural and historical sights. You will visit Tsalka (Dashbashi) canyon and Chilchli river canyon, which have beautiful views and an abundance of waterfalls. You will also visit the ancient, prehistoric settlements of the village Beshtasheni and the temples built on their foundations, on the stones of which there are numerous samples of the old Georgian script.
Agenda
10:00-12:00
Tsalka (Dashbashi) canyon
12:00-12:30
St. George's Cathedral (11th century)
12:30-13:00
St. Mariam Church (9th century)
13:00-13:40
Lunch
14:00-14:30
Riv. Chilchill Canyon
14:30-15:30
Beshtasheni waterfall (free time for photo session)
16:00- 17:00
The developed mid.century temples of village Beshtasheni
17:00-18:00
Megalithic buildings and settlements (14th century BC)
What is included / not included
- Comfortable transport, guide.
- Entrance ticket to Tsalka (Dashbashi) canyon is 11 GEL for Georgian citizens and 19 GEL for foreign visitors.
Additional Information
Sights to see during the tour:
- Tsalka (Dashbashi) canyon
- St. George's Cathedral (11th century)
- St. Mariam Church (9th century)
- Riv. Chilchill Canyon
- The waterfall of Beshtasheni
- The developed mid.century temples of village Beshtasheni
- Megalithic buildings and settlements (14th century BC)
Difficulty:
The tour is of medium difficulty, does not require special physical training. During the tour you will walk about 3 km during the whole day and you will have to go uphill.
Information to consider:
Wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.