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Soviet Georgia
An examination of the political, structural, and cultural legacy of the Soviet era in Georgia, from 1921 through the restoration of independence in 1991.
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Long-form articles and practical guides to help you plan richer trips across Georgia.
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Roman and Lazica period
An overview of the Roman presence and the rise of the Kingdom of Lazica in western Georgia, shaping the ancient Caucasus from the 1st century BC onwards.
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The Mongol and Timurid Eras in Georgia
A detailed historical overview of the Mongol subjugation and Timurid invasions that transformed medieval Georgia.
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Medieval Unified Georgia
A comprehensive historical guide to the era of medieval unified Georgia, tracking the rise of the Bagrationi dynasty, the golden age, and major cultural achievements.
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Kingdom of Kartli-Kakheti
An overview of the Kingdom of Kartli-Kakheti, formed in 1762 under King Erekle II and dissolved in 1801.
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Independent Georgia since 1991
An overview of Georgia's post-Soviet transition, institutional reforms, cultural endurance, and contemporary developments since regaining independence in 1991.
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Democratic Republic of Georgia (1918–1921)
An overview of the First Democratic Republic of Georgia, spanning from the 1918 declaration of independence to the 1921 Soviet invasion.
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Eduard Shevardnadze
A comprehensive overview of Eduard Shevardnadze's political life, from his role as Soviet Foreign Minister to his presidency in post-independence Georgia.
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The Bagrationi Dynasty: Rulers of Medieval Georgia
Discover the history of the Bagrationi dynasty, the royal lineage that unified medieval Georgia and built its most iconic architectural landmarks.
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The Dmanisi Hominin Discoveries: Early Human Expansion into Eurasia
The fossil discoveries at Dmanisi transformed the scientific understanding of early human evolution and migrations outside Africa, making this Kvemo Kartli archaeological site globally significant.
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Fragmentation of Medieval Georgia
A historical overview of the 15th-century division of the unified Georgian monarchy into separate kingdoms and principalities.
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Davit Gareji Monasteries: History and Significance
An examination of the Davit Gareji monastery complex, a historic rock-hewn site in Georgia founded in the 6th century.