Travel Guide Nabeghlavi-Bakhmaro

The Tchokhataouri-Bakhmaro route is, as often in the Georgian region, in poor condition. However, the marchroutkas and the Lada pass smoothly, at their rhythm, and we must not venture along with a beautiful Mercedes. From Tchokhataouri to the valley of the Baku, the heart of the Gourie, is an unforgettable spectacle. The road gently winds over the torrent, offering the most beautiful landscapes. The mountains overlook the road, the villages are superbly perched that and there; maize fields and traditional harvesting methods are everywhere; cows and pigs in the middle of the road… The valley seems lost, yet the place is not insignificant.Nabeghlavi is the country's second mineral water after Bordjomi, and all exports go through this route. Sometimes we cross on the road there a truck that book bottles… But apart from that, rural life is unruffled. Nabeghlavi is a nice mountain health resort spread along the torrent. You can visit the mineral water factory. Just ask, we'll be happy to show you. The role of the city in the Soviet era was similar (smaller scale) to that of Bordjomi; spa, sanatoria worked there full time. Today, the thermal complex has fallen into désuétude. But sanatoria are still open, even if they do not really work… In any case, we can ask for accommodation, there will be no problem. The place is worth it.But going to Bakhmaro is even more scenic. The road rises in the highlands, in lush forests. Bakhmaro is a mountain resort (2 000 m) which, in the Soviet era, was known for lung diseases. The meeting of marine air and mountain air must create special health conditions that are specific to cures. The road to go up is really in poor condition; But again, local vehicles pass. The village is picturesque, the remarkable nature. In addition, there are some possibilities for accommodation, with Tbilissiens coming in small numbers in the summer. Bakhmaro is a fantastic stay, of great tranquillity in peace of the mountain. Beware! the station is almost empty in the winter, and the road is bad. Go to the beautiful season.