Mestiachala River

The Mestiachala River is a significant mountain river in the Upper Svaneti region of Georgia. It originates from the glaciers of the Greater Caucasus and flows directly through Mestia, the central town of the region. The river is characterized by its fast, turbulent flow and milky appearance, typical of glacier-fed streams. The Mestiachala valley offers breathtaking views of the surrounding snow-capped peaks and the iconic Svan towers that dot the landscape. The river is a central feature of Mestia and serves as a starting point for numerous trekking routes into the high mountains.