Backcountry Skiing in Mestia
Ski among the gigantic peaks of Eurasia soaked with snow and solitude
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There are many reasons for choosing Backcountry Skiing in Mestia
Mestia may be a tiny town but it’s a cultural capital of Georgia. For centuries is lay at the core of national culture, with a collection of medieval buildings, including ancient forts and churches that are listed and protected as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Today it is a fundamental tourism spot where to spring into the wintry backcountry.
Good to know:
Country code
+995
Language
Georgian
Currency
Georgian lari
What’s the weather like?
The region is home in the Caucasus Mountains, receiving an alpine climate with year-round snow
Best time to visit
Visit during the winter months between December and March for ideal backcountry skiing conditions
More info about Backcountry Skiing in Mestia:
Located high up in the Caucasus Mountains is the alpine townlet of Mestia, resting at 1,500 meters above sea level. It is part of the Svaneti region of Georgia and has a population of approximately 14,000 people, most of whom are Svans, a subgroup of Georgians that mostly inhabit Svaneti. Although small in size, the townlet has been part of core Georgian culture for centuries
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