Beauty and wellness Tbilissi

Its facade stands out, splendid, with sapphire and turquoise mosaics, like a mosque in Esfahan, Shiraz or Samarkand: a splendour that stands out in the heart of its immediate neighbourhood. There are no worshippers crowding at its entrance, however. The baths are baths of hot and cold water. One or an Azeri will come to offer a massage and a kisa, the famous skin scrub. The massage techniques are appreciable. You can also opt for a spa with a facial or another more sophisticated massage, for a fee.

Mist crossed by sun rays, masseurs waiting for the barge, stone pools, songs filling the room. These places are an institution and a page of history. The Abano Baths are among the oldest in Tbilisi. You can't miss them. They are installed under brick domes. You will have the choice between public or private baths (remember to book). These baths are used mainly by the Azerbaijani community and other residents of the Old Town. The atmosphere is really unforgettable.

If you want to taste an authentic slice of Georgian life, these public baths are for you! (You can also opt for a private room.) Men and women are separated, and the women's section has a swimming pool. These baths are like a traditional Turkish hammam; the pool is filled naturally by the spring. For a small fee, you can ask for a scrub, the famous kisa. These baths win all the votes: immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere and above all in the oriental décor, always so seductive and refined.