History and architecture
Svaneti is famous for its 9th-12th century residential towers, which symbolize the history of the region, and its old stone Orthodox churches. Due to these unique monuments, Upper Svaneti is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Tourism
Mestia is the main center with medieval towers and an ethnographic museum. In winter, visitors are attracted by the ski resorts of Hatsvali and Tetnuldi. In summer, you can travel along mountain trails, use ski lifts, visit mineral springs and enjoy the impressive nature of the Caucasus.