The port city of Batumi
Batumi or Batum is a port city that stretches along the Black Sea in Georgia, and its location on the coastline has made this city the center of commercial and tourism exchanges. After Tbilisi and Kutaisi, Batumi has long been the third largest city in Georgia, but in recent years, due to its significant development and progress, it has become the second largest city in Georgia, and of course, it also has the second largest airport in Georgia. The presence of the Black Sea has caused this beautiful city to experience average temperatures and not experience very cold winters and very hot summers. The security in this city is very high and you can go sightseeing any hour of the day or night with cheap taxis online or Marshrutka. It is good to know that most of the tourist attractions of Batumi are very close to each other and you can even go to those places on foot.
The best time to travel to Batumi
The best time to travel to Batumi, in terms of weather, is from late April to late July, and from September to late November, you can choose to travel to this Georgian coastal city. Georgia is a place where tradition and modernity come together, on the one hand, because of its long history and on the other hand, because of its location in the European continent and its close connection with advanced European countries. Among the sights of Georgia, Batumi, as the largest city in the country after Tbilisi, is one of the main travel destinations for domestic and foreign travelers. In the following, we are going to introduce and review 10 of Batumi's attractions.
Batumi Boulevard
Batumi Boulevard is always mentioned as the oldest tourist attraction of this city. The construction of this boulevard was started by a French architect in 1885 and its length reached about 1.5 kilometers. Later, the development plan of this boulevard was carried out by Spanish architecture and its design and construction during this period made this boulevard extend up to 7 kilometers and many recreational and tourism facilities were added to it.
Batumi boulevard consists of two sections, south and northeast, which are also called the new boulevard and the old boulevard. As one of the main attractions of Batumi, this boulevard is located next to the Black Sea and on the other side there are many entertainment places, restaurants and cafes. Its pleasant weather and numerous recreational facilities have made this boulevard a favorite place for tourists in this Georgian coastal city. Also, many places of interest in Batumi are located along this boulevard.
Statue of Ali and Nino
These two metal structures tell the story of the unrequited love of an Azerbaijani boy named Ali and a Georgian Christian girl named Nino. These two did not reach each other due to the opposition of their families and they passed away due to distance from each other and great grief. Today, the placement of this structure by the sea shows their boundless love for each other, and the structures are designed in such a way that they move every 10 minutes.
Batumi Piazza Square
One of the most beautiful places to see in Batumi is this square, which has an Italian style and is surrounded by buildings with Italian architecture and atmosphere. There are many Batumi hotels, restaurants and cafes around this square, and Batumi is always considered one of the busiest places to visit in Georgia. It might not be bad if you know that the mosaic painting in the center of the square with an area of 106 square meters is the largest mosaic painting with marble in all of Europe. Also, the daily performance of live music is another attraction of Piazza Square in Batumi. Visiting this square will give you the feeling of being in the heart of Italy.
Europe Square in Batumi
This square is considered to be the main square of Batumi and many important events, such as concerts of famous singers, are held next to it. You will pass this square many times during your stay in Batumi. One of the attractions of Batumi, which is located in this square, is its astronomical clock tower, which, in addition to knowing the time, can also be used to know the position of the stars. Another attraction of Batumi, which is located in this square and has a symbolic aspect, is the statue of Medea. In Greek mythology, this statue is a Georgian woman who helped a warrior named Jason to find the Golden Fleece.
Batumi Alphabet Tower
The Georgian alphabet is considered one of the 14 alphabets, which has a long history of 5 thousand years, and for this reason, it is of great importance to the people of Georgia. The Alphabet Tower is one of Batumi's must-see places, which is designed in the shape of DNA and covered with the letters of the Georgian alphabet. At the top of this tower with a height of 130 meters, you can enjoy a restaurant with wonderful views.
Cathedral of the Holy Mother
This building is one of the most valuable sights in Batumi, Georgia. A Catholic church with an orthodox appearance that is located on top of a hill with the same name and tourists can enjoy seeing the beautiful scenery around it in addition to visiting this church. There are very beautiful paintings inside the church, and considering that there was no Catholic church in Batumi in the 19th century, the history of the construction of this church goes back to the time of Russian domination, when the religion of many people was Catholic.
Argo cable car
This cable car is another attraction of Batumi, which is located at a height of 250 meters above sea level. For those tourists who are interested in seeing the scenery and photography, visiting this complex is highly recommended. Argo cable car with 20 cabins for 8 people can handle 500 passengers per hour. The distance traveled by this cable car is about 2.5 km and it takes about 15 minutes.
Batumi Botanical Garden
Batumi Botanical Garden is a habitat for the rarest plants that are collected from all over the world in this garden. This garden, which is one of Batumi's attractions, has all the descriptions that people have of heaven in their minds. Batumi Botanical Garden has an area of more than 110 hectares and the number of plant species in this garden reaches more than 2000. Among these 2000 species, only 104 of them are found in the Caucasus and the rest came to this region from all over the world.
You can see a dreamy picture of species such as Japanese sakura, Canary Islands palm, bamboo, palm trees, magnolia and cypress in this park. Except for tropical trees, the rest of the species are widely scattered in the park, and in general, more than 5,000 different species of plants live and are cultivated in this park.
Batumi Noori Gli lake
This lake, which is another attraction of Batumi, is located in the center of a park. Nouri Goli Lake of Batumi is 130-140 meters away from the shore, its depth is about 8 meters, and its total water surface, which is oval in shape, is 5.5 hectares. This lake is 1030 meters wide and 105 meters long and has unique fish that attract tourists and local people. You can use this beautiful lake for fishing as well as picnic.
Along this lake, there are several sailing complexes, places to rest, children's garden, bicycles for rent and other facilities and entertainment. There are also ice cream shops around Batumi's Norigli lake that sell traditional and delicious Georgian ice creams. You can enjoy walking and eating these delicious ice creams in this place while watching the sunset and the beautiful scenery of this lake. Also, don't miss the sunset of the lake and sitting on the benches around it.
Beaches of Batumi
This city has many attractions for tourists, but its long coastal strip is the feature that attracts most tourists to Batumi. Whatever your purpose, you can choose one of the beautiful beaches of Batumi for fun or relaxation.
The main beach of the city, which stretches for 7 kilometers along Batumi Boulevard, is one of the most beautiful attractions of Batumi. The width of this pebble beach is 30 meters and it is considered a suitable option for those who always have trouble finding a suitable place on the beach. The entrance to this beach is free, but you have to rent sunbeds and umbrellas. There is also a cycling track next to this beach.
Oraki beach has magnetic black sand and it is believed by many to help treat some diseases of the heart, respiratory and nervous system. The sands of this beach become very hot in the summer season, and in the cooler seasons, their heat will help treat joint pains. Also, this beach is safe for children and its deep part is far from the beach.
Kvariati Beach is popular with tourists due to its various diving facilities and Behesht Sabz Beach due to its vegetation and beautiful views, as well as its proximity to the Botanical Garden. Also, Gonio beach receives fewer tourists due to its coarser stones and is therefore more peaceful. Sarpi beach, which is located on the border of Georgia and Turkey, has a rough sea, and in this sense, it is of interest to surfers to try their luck to have a good time.
Batumi, the beautiful coastal city of Georgia
Traveling to Georgia is very popular among Iranians due to its historical attractions, pleasant atmosphere and culture of the people of this country, as well as proximity to Iran and no need for a visa. If you are interested in the urban atmosphere, go to the capital of Georgia and the sights of Tbilisi, but if you want to enjoy a coastal city, just buy a plane ticket to Batumi and go on a trip.
