Kartlis Deda
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- XanerinAlice Springs, Australia1,506 contributionsMother Of GeorgiaWe took the aerial cable car up to see this Mother of Kartli monument which was erected in 1958, the year Tbilisi celebrated its 1500th anniversary. Sculptor Elguja Amashukeli designed the 20 metre aluminium figure of a woman in national dress. She symbolises the Georgian national character - in her left hand she holds a bowl of wine to greet friends, and in her right hand a sword for enemies. From this area, you will see some amazing views but funnily enough, you actually don’t get the best view of the statue. There are some good food and drink outlets here and we tried Turkish coffee (5 Lari) which was heated in sand and a unique cone type donut ice cream (18 Lari I think). Great experience!Visited December 2022Written December 29, 2022
- Dirk WAlexandra Headland, Australia6,458 contributionsMother of GeorgiaThe mother of Kartvel is visible from anywhere in Tbilisi ; it sits prominently on top of Sololaki Hill in Narikala Fortress. Most people would take the cable car up from the Bridge of Peace, then walk. You can get to the bottom of the statue, but can only approach it from the side or back, so it is a bit hard to photograph from there.Visited September 2023Traveled soloWritten October 30, 2023
- jbg74Saint Paul, Minnesota1,052 contributionsHuge Soviet Era SculptureThis is a huge Soviet era statue by the Narikala Fortress. Yoiu can stad right underneath it. It is definitely worth going up the hill (either by walking or cable car) to see it.Visited November 2023Traveled soloWritten November 20, 2023
- ChrisThomasTravelsManama, Bahrain612 contributionsA Regał ViewTall and imposing is the statue of Kartlis Deda, aka the mother of Georgia. You can reach this monument by cable car or hike. Once you do, you can enjoy it's Regał View of Tbilisi. Best viewed at nighttime, as it's lit up and you can see the beautiful city skyline.Visited December 2022Traveled as a coupleWritten November 25, 2023
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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia2,883 contributions
May 2019
The tall statue stands on top of a hill near the Narikala Fortress and the Botanical gardens and is easily visible from the river and the surrounding areas. The female statue holds a bowl of wine in one hand signifying hospitality to the guests and a sword in the other hand to defend against enemies.
There are people selling souvenirs and musicians near the statue. Being on top of a hill, the area offers excellent views over the city. The statue is easily reached by cable car.
This is a symbol of Georgia and is a must see for anyone visiting Tbilisi.
There are people selling souvenirs and musicians near the statue. Being on top of a hill, the area offers excellent views over the city. The statue is easily reached by cable car.
This is a symbol of Georgia and is a must see for anyone visiting Tbilisi.
Written March 21, 2020
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LuizDutraNeto
Rio de Janeiro, RJ8,621 contributions
Sep 2019
Just board one of the modern cable cars of Tbilisi's "Aerial Tramway" and after a short 10 minute ride you'll easily reach "Kartlis Deda", at the top of "Sololaki Hill"! The impressive monument is mostly known as "Mother Georgia" and marks the 1500th Anniversary of Tbilisi.The awesome aluminum 20m high sculpture, by Georgian acclaimed artist Elguja Amashukeli (the same sculptor of the nearby equestrian "Monument to King Vakhtang Gorgasali"), dates from 1958 and depicts a woman, wearing a Georgian national dress, with a bowl of wine in one hand for all those that came in peace. At her other hand, a sword for all enemies! A true symbol of the Georgian national character! "Narikala Fortress" is just a few steps away! Bring your cameras, fantastic views ofTbilisi and its "Mtkvari River" await you! Enjoy!
Written May 9, 2020
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Xanerin
Alice Springs, Australia1,506 contributions
Dec 2022
We took the aerial cable car up to see this Mother of Kartli monument which was erected in 1958, the year Tbilisi celebrated its 1500th anniversary. Sculptor Elguja Amashukeli designed the 20 metre aluminium figure of a woman in national dress. She symbolises the Georgian national character - in her left hand she holds a bowl of wine to greet friends, and in her right hand a sword for enemies. From this area, you will see some amazing views but funnily enough, you actually don’t get the best view of the statue. There are some good food and drink outlets here and we tried Turkish coffee (5 Lari) which was heated in sand and a unique cone type donut ice cream (18 Lari I think). Great experience!
Written December 29, 2022
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Lauren A
United Kingdom27 contributions
Apr 2022 • Couples
Truthfully, you can’t see much when you get up there.
I took the cable car from rike park, and turned right, following the path along to the Kartlis deda. It is a pleasant and easy walk along, and on the way there are a number of small stands selling Georgian jewellery and artefacts and small memorabilia. There is also a man selling freshly made cakes
When you get to the statue, you can only see it from behind, meaning you don’t get any good photo opportunities or get to see it up close. You do however get some nice photos from the cable cars on the way up.
There is also some steps to take you around to the front, overlooking the town and bank below. There is a sign encouraging you to throw a coin over the scaffolding and make a wish, which I did and thought was super cute.
Other than that, there is nothing to do up there. It is worth a walk along to the botanical gardens or narikala fortress to make the trip more exciting
I took the cable car from rike park, and turned right, following the path along to the Kartlis deda. It is a pleasant and easy walk along, and on the way there are a number of small stands selling Georgian jewellery and artefacts and small memorabilia. There is also a man selling freshly made cakes
When you get to the statue, you can only see it from behind, meaning you don’t get any good photo opportunities or get to see it up close. You do however get some nice photos from the cable cars on the way up.
There is also some steps to take you around to the front, overlooking the town and bank below. There is a sign encouraging you to throw a coin over the scaffolding and make a wish, which I did and thought was super cute.
Other than that, there is nothing to do up there. It is worth a walk along to the botanical gardens or narikala fortress to make the trip more exciting
Written April 2, 2022
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Dirk W
Alexandra Headland, Australia6,458 contributions
Sep 2023 • Solo
The mother of Kartvel is visible from anywhere in Tbilisi ; it sits prominently on top of Sololaki Hill in Narikala Fortress. Most people would take the cable car up from the Bridge of Peace, then walk. You can get to the bottom of the statue, but can only approach it from the side or back, so it is a bit hard to photograph from there.
Written October 31, 2023
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ChrisThomasTravels
Manama, Bahrain612 contributions
Dec 2022 • Couples
Tall and imposing is the statue of Kartlis Deda, aka the mother of Georgia. You can reach this monument by cable car or hike. Once you do, you can enjoy it's Regał View of Tbilisi. Best viewed at nighttime, as it's lit up and you can see the beautiful city skyline.
Written November 25, 2023
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Massoumbouko
Dubai, United Arab Emirates4 contributions
Mar 2020 • Family
Went there from old town using the stairs right under the statue. Quite steep but not too long. Went down on the fortress side. Makes for a nice tour with beautiful view of the old city and you can visit a small church on the way up.
Written March 7, 2020
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jbg74
Saint Paul, MN1,052 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
This is a huge Soviet era statue by the Narikala Fortress. Yoiu can stad right underneath it. It is definitely worth going up the hill (either by walking or cable car) to see it.
Written November 20, 2023
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Paul Legate
United Kingdom20,373 contributions
Nov 2019 • Friends
Kartlis Deda - Mother of Georgia is a monument at the top of Sololaki Hill in Central Tbilisi. The statue is colossal and was created in 1958 by sculptor Elguja Amashukeli to celebrate Tbilisi's 1500th anniversary. We took the Aerial Tramway from Rike Park to Narikala Fortress and from there it was a 10 minute walk to Kartlis Deda. The statue is an absolute must see whilst in Tbilisi.
Written March 18, 2020
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Farida2022
Doha, Qatar660 contributions
Jan 2016 • Solo
Love the status. She is standing powerfully on the top of the hill. It's beautiful. You will see her from botanical garden also.
Written January 29, 2016
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Shirin_Kia
Tehran, Iran1 contribution
Hi. Can you please tell me how many steps the stairway to the status of Mother of Georgia has?
Aviaki
Bengaluru, India144 contributions
Actually we did not go by steps, there is a concrete ramp and we used the cable car which is easy.
ireen m
Dubai, United Arab Emirates75 contributions
Few questions please ...what's the wether like now? Do we need jackets? Also we r coming business trip have one full day free ...was thinking of mother of Georgia , old town , funicular and aerial cable ride ....doable? Anything better ? Suggestions? And if any can advice sequence ...what's close to the other? Thx!!
Omri Y
31 contributions
Its pretty sunny here - maybe just a jacket is needed. Your plan sounds good, maybe you can add a ride to david garjera caves and a visit to the old flee market if you have the time. Enjoy the ride
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- According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience Kartlis Deda:
- Tbilisi Walking Tour Including Wine Tasting Cable Car and Bakery (From $14.00)
- Exploring Tbilisi Walking Tour (From $15.00)
- 3 Days Georgia Tour package (From $250.00)
- 4 Best Tours in Georgia Including Airport Transfers (From $165.00)
- One day tour in Mtskheta and Tbilisi (From $35.90)
- Hotels near Kartlis Deda:
- (0.03 mi) Falcon Apartments - Meidan Wine Cellar
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- (0.09 mi) Castle in Old Town
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- (0.09 mi) Hope Guesthouse
- Restaurants near Kartlis Deda:
- (0.16 mi) Hummus Jerusalem Kosher
- (0.10 mi) Frida's Cafe
- (0.11 mi) Tipsy Bee Bar
- (0.21 mi) Wine Buffet
- (0.11 mi) Grilisi
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