Didgori Battle Memorial: A Testament to Georgian Heroism
Visit Didgori Battle Memorial: Explore Georgia's heroic past and breathtaking mountain scenery, commemorating a pivotal victory that shaped the nation's destiny.
The Didgori Battle Memorial commemorates the pivotal Battle of Didgori in 1121, a defining moment in Georgian history. Located in the mountains west of Tbilisi, the memorial features striking monuments symbolizing the Georgian victory over the Seljuk Turks, marking the beginning of Georgia's Golden Age.
A brief summary to Didgori
- Tbilisi, Didgori, GE
Local tips
- Visit on August 12 for Didgoroba, the annual celebration commemorating the battle, featuring reenactments, music, and traditional processions.
- Consider visiting early in the morning or during the cooler hours of the evening to avoid heatstroke or sunburn, especially during summer months.
- During winter months, ensure your vehicle is equipped with snow tires due to icy road conditions.
- Combine your visit with stops at nearby attractions like Asureti and Tsalka Canyon for a comprehensive day trip.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Tbilisi, take the line 367 bus from Metro Didube station to Didgorskaya 128. From there, you can take a taxi to the Didgori Battle Memorial. The bus ride takes approximately 25 minutes and costs around $1. The taxi ride from Didgorskaya 128 to the memorial will take approximately 30 minutes and cost $3-6.
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Taxi
Take a taxi directly from Tbilisi to the Didgori Battle Memorial. The journey is approximately 40 km and takes around 38 minutes. A taxi from Tbilisi to Didgori will cost approximately $5-7. Taxi fares in Tbilisi generally start from 2.20 GEL with an additional 0.43 GEL per kilometer.
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Driving
Driving from Tbilisi to the Didgori Battle Memorial takes approximately 1.5 hours. You can rent a car in Tbilisi and drive yourself. There are two possible routes: through Tskneti and Manglisi (the southern route) or up and over via Mtskheta. The road to the memorial is well-paved. Car rentals typically range from $30-50 per day.
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