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Nutsubidze Skybridge: Tbilisi's Brutalist Icon

Explore Tbilisi's iconic Nutsubidze Skybridge: A unique blend of Brutalist architecture, Soviet history, and panoramic city views.

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The Nutsubidze Skybridge, also known as Saburtalo Skybridge, is a unique residential complex in Tbilisi, consisting of three apartment blocks connected by elevated metal walkways. Built in the 1970s, it exemplifies Brutalist architecture and offers panoramic city views.

A brief summary to Nutsubidze Skybridge

  • PPG9+CHX, Tbilisi, Vake-Saburtalo, GE

Local tips

  • Bring exact change (20 tetri per person each way) for the elevator to access the skybridges.
  • Visit in the late afternoon or early evening for the best lighting for photography.
  • Be mindful of the residents and respect their living space.
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Getting There

  • Metro

    The easiest way to reach the Nutsubidze Skybridge is by metro. Take the Saburtalo line to State University station, which is about a 6-minute (450m) walk from the Skybridge. From the station, walk along Shalva Nutsubidze Street to the Skybridge.

  • Bus

    Alternatively, take bus #326 or #347, which stop directly outside the first building on Nutsubidze Street. From the bus stop, the Skybridge is easily visible.

  • Taxi

    Taxis are readily available in Tbilisi. A taxi from Freedom Square to the Skybridge costs around 15 GEL when booked through Bolt. Ensure the driver knows the location, 213 Shalva Nutsubidze Street. Taxi fares within the city center should not exceed 10 GEL. Always agree on the fare beforehand or use a taxi app like Bolt or Yandex to ensure a fair price. A 5km ride in Tbilisi costs about 9.3 GEL.

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The Nutsubidze Skybridge, an architectural marvel also known as the Saburtalo Skybridge, stands as a striking example of Brutalist design in Tbilisi. Constructed between 1974 and 1976, the complex comprises three high-rise apartment blocks linked by metal skybridges on their 14th floors. Designed by architects Otar Kalandarishvili and Gizo Potskhishvili, the Skybridge was part of a Soviet-era urban planning initiative intended to connect neighborhoods through elevated walkways. Though the full plan never materialized, the existing structure remains a testament to the era's architectural ambition. Today, the Skybridge serves both as a residential space and a unique tourist attraction. Visitors can access the bridges via a public elevator in the first building, offering stunning panoramic views of Tbilisi and the surrounding hills. The skybridges themselves provide a slightly surreal experience, with the city sprawling beneath. The Skybridge is more than just an architectural curiosity; it's a living community where residents have resided for decades, adding their stories to the structure's history. The Skybridge is easily accessible by metro, bus, or taxi. Once there, a small fee is required for the elevator ride to the top. The Skybridge offers a glimpse into Tbilisi's Soviet past and a chance to witness the blending of private and public spaces.

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