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Iliko Sukhishvili Bust

A tribute to Iliko Sukhishvili, co-founder of the Georgian National Ballet, honoring his legacy in Georgian dance and culture.

This bust in Gori, Georgia, commemorates Iliko Sukhishvili (1907-1985), a renowned Georgian dancer and choreographer and co-founder of the Georgian National Ballet. The monument serves as a tribute to his contributions to Georgian culture and dance.

A brief summary to ილიკო სუხიშვილის ბიუსტი

  • 15-3, არაგვის ქუჩა, Gori, GE

Local tips

  • Take a moment to appreciate the artistry and legacy of Iliko Sukhishvili and the Georgian National Ballet.
  • Consider researching the Georgian National Ballet to understand Sukhishvili's impact on dance.
  • Visit the Didube Pantheon in Tbilisi to see Iliko Sukhishvili's final resting place.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    The Iliko Sukhishvili Bust is located on Aragvis street in Gori. From the central areas of Gori, such as Stalin Square, the bust is accessible by foot, approximately a 15-20 minute walk. Head east, using the main roads, until you reach Aragvis street. The bust is located at 15-3 Aragvis Street.

  • Public Transport

    From Gori's central bus station, take any bus heading towards Aragvis street. Ask the driver to drop you off near Aragvis Street 15-3. The cost of a single bus fare in Gori is approximately 0.50 GEL.

  • Taxi

    Taxis are readily available in Gori. A short taxi ride from the city center to the Iliko Sukhishvili Bust should cost around 3-5 GEL. Ride-sharing apps like Bolt and Yandex Taxi also operate in Gori.

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The Iliko Sukhishvili Bust in Gori stands as a tribute to one of Georgia's most celebrated figures in dance. Iliko Sukhishvili, born in 1907, was a pivotal figure in the development of Georgian folk dance and co-founded the Georgian National Ballet in 1945 with his wife, Nino Ramishvili. Sukhishvili's early training included studies at the Tbilisi Opera and Ballet Theatre's Perini Studio. He later became a soloist and choreographer, contributing significantly to the Tbilisi Opera and Ballet Theatre. His work extended to staging dances in various productions, including Zakaria Paliashvili's "Abesalom and Ether". The Georgian National Ballet, established by Iliko Sukhishvili and Nino Ramishvili, gained international recognition, performing at prestigious venues such as the Albert Hall, the Colosseum, and La Scala. Sukhishvili's legacy continues through the ballet, which is now managed by his descendants and remains a symbol of Georgian cultural pride. The bust in Gori serves as a reminder of his enduring impact on the world of dance and Georgian national identity.

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