Chkhoushi River

The Chkhoushi River is a notable waterway in the Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti region of western Georgia. It is best known for flowing directly through Zugdidi, the administrative center of the region. The river divides the city and adds a pleasant natural element to the urban environment. Along its banks in Zugdidi, there are parks and walking paths where locals and visitors can relax. The Chkhoushi originates in the foothills of the Egrisi Range and eventually joins the Jumi River. Its presence is integral to the geography and daily life of Zugdidi.