Mother of Georgia

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Elena Nisenbaum
"Mother of Georgia as known Kartlis Deda is a monument in Georgia’s capital Tbilisi. The statue was erected on the top of Sololaki hill next to the Narikala Fortress in 1958, the year Tbilisi celebrated its 1500th anniversary. Prominent Georgian sculptor Elguja Amashukeli designed the twenty-meter aluminum figure of a woman in Georgian national dress. Mother of Georgia symbolizes the Georgian national character: in her left hand she holds a bowl of wine to greet those who come as friends, and in her right hand is a sword for those who come as enemies. The best way to get to the mother of Georgia monument is by the cable car. In addition from the hill, beautiful view of Tbilisi. There are a lot of street musicians who perform sweet music most of the time. Near the monument Mother of Georgia, you will find Tbilisi Botanical Garden which has a collection of rare plants. Additionally, to hike in the Botanical Garden among the fresh air and pure nature is fun. Also there is a zip line strung from the Narikala Fortress overlooking the city. The track is 30 meters above the park and runs 270 meters to its destination platform in the center of the Garden."
"The Mother of Georgia, also known as Kartlis Deda in Georgian, is a monumental statue overlooking the city of Tbilisi from the Sololaki Hill. Erected in 1958, the statue stands as a symbol of Georgia's strength, resilience, and hospitality. The Mother of Georgia statue depicts a female figure holding a sword in one hand and a bowl of wine in the other, representing the two sides of Georgian character: defense and hospitality. The sword signifies the country's readiness to defend itself against its enemies, while the bowl of wine symbolizes the warm welcome and hospitality extended to friends and guests. Perched atop a high pedestal, the statue of the Mother of Georgia is a striking sight that dominates the Tbilisi skyline. It has become an iconic symbol of the city and a beloved landmark for both locals and visitors alike. From its vantage point on Sololaki Hill, the Mother of Georgia offers panoramic views of the city below, providing a fitting tribute to the strength and spirit of the Georgian people."
"Follow the stone pathway that winds its way from the Mother of Georgia along the side of the hill and ends in upper Sololaki. Guaranteed great views! Or start the ridge trail from upper Sololaki and take the cable car back down to Rike Park. "

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