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Zugdidi

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About Zugdidi
Zugdidi is a city in the western Georgian city of Samegrelo. Its name literally translates to ‘The Big Hill’, the little town is known for its quiet beauty, and is often sought after by tourists who are looking for a leisurely vacation in the countryside.

Generally regarded as a stopover point between other cities, the attractions in Zugdidi are less but striking. One of the best places to visit in the city is the Dadiani Palace. Built in the 19th century, the Palace was home to the erstwhile royalty of Samegrelo. The Palace is also home to a monastery, whose peaceful ambience makes it popular among tourists.

One of the best ways to spend time in Zugdidi is to take a stroll or have a picnic at the Zugdidi Botanical Gardens. With its flowering gardens and walkways, the quiet charm of the Gardens is quite unmissable. If you are a connoisseur of food, then you’d also have quite the time exploring the local Mergelian cuisine at the various eateries around the city. If you’re there for the weekend, you could also head over to the Weekend Handicraft market to look at some of the locally made goods sold here.

The climate in Zugdidi is warm and temperate, with significant rainfall throughout the year. The summers in the city are humid and hot, while the winters are generally very cold and cloudy.
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