According to the legend, the area of present-day Tbilisi was covered with lush forests without any inhabitants as late as 458 AD. This is the date old Georgian records indicate as the establishment of the city by King Vakhtang I Gorgasali of Iberia.
The King went hunting in that heavily wooded area with a falcon. The falcon caught a pheasant, but struggled and both birds fell into the nearby water. When the King and his army looked for the birds, they discovered the water was hot, and the birds had boiled. He was so impressed with the discovery that he decided to build a city on the site.
Discover the fascinating stories behind Tbilisi on this half-day tour that includes stops at the Old City, Holy Trinity Cathedral, Narikala Fortress and Peace Bridge.
You’ll have the chance to ride in a cable car and take in aerial views of the city. You’ll also be shown cafes and restaurants that are popular with locals.
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