Caucasus Region

Natural “bridge” between Europe and Asia

Caucasia

Over the centuries civilizations such as that of the Persians, Greeks, Romans, Khazars, Arabs, Huns, Turks, Mongols and Russians invaded the Caucasus and gave it its complex and varied ethnolinguistic composition.

History of the Caucasus

The history of the Caucasus begins in ancient times and is intertwined with the history of the European, Asian and Middle Eastern populations that have marked the evolution of man from ancient times to the present day: the region, in fact, was known in Hellas and appeared in the legends of ancient Greece.

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Travelers Info

Safety: You will feel absolutely safe in all three countries. Minor frictions can be experienced along the border as you cross the next country. These can include a significant distance (up to 1 kilometer) on foot between two border control points. Also, timing is important at these intersections because you don’t want to waste precious time lining up in long lines at the border instead of spending every second immersed in cultural and historical wonders.

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The state of the infrastructure: All three countries are relatively developed with functionally effective tourism infrastructures. Although you can easily get public transport between and around the cities and beyond.


Availability of services: Traveling in the Caucasus is generally very easy, mainly due to the low cost of readily available services such as hotels and meals. For example, in Armenia, you can easily find budget hotel accommodation for $ 30 per room / night with an incredibly delicious meal for around $5 to $10.


Weather: The climate in the three countries can be brutal, with unpredictably cold periods in winter and autumn. But you can avoid getting bogged down by the weather or any weather-related issues by traveling with our expert guides who understand the region’s weather patterns.


Language barrier: Russian is commonly used in the three countries, but most prefer to speak their native languages, with an increasing number of people speaking and understanding English. The language barrier can be a problem, especially if you are in trouble and need clear communication without awkward body language and hand signals to get the immediate help you need.

Geography of Caucasia

The Caucasus has different ecological landscapes that include semi-desert areas, marshy territories, steppes, forests (covering about 20% of the region), territories with low vegetation, and is characterized by a remarkable biological diversity.

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