A superb destination for lovers of remote mountain trekking, Georgia combines majestic scenery and rugged mountain trails with a rich cultural heritage little changed over the centuries.

Capital city: Tbilisi
Population: 3,718,200 (2017)
Size of country: 69,700 sq km
Currency: Georgian Lari
Power supply: 220 volts AC
Sockets: European two-pin plugs
Language: Georgian
Time difference: GMT + 3 hours
Visas: British nationals may enter Georgia for up to 1 year as a visitor without a visa
Religion: 83% Orthodox Christianity, 11% Muslim, 3% Armenian Apostolic, 1% Roman Catholic and 2% Other
Popular dishes: Khinkali (meat dumplings)
Popular drink: Traditional Georgian Wine
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Georgia