Fresco

Georgian Caucasus

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October 3rd 2017
It is amazing how crossing a border, a small stream in this case, can be significant. Crossing from Armenia to Georgia, from one former Soviet republic to another, it is clear we are changing from one culture to another. The Georgians tell us that they like to drink wine and get up late the next morning while the Armenians like to be up early and work hard. The Armenians had told us much the same ... read more

Asia » Georgia

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The region of present-day Georgia contained the ancient kingdoms of Colchis and Kartli-Iberia. The area came under Roman influence in the first centuries AD and Christianity became the state religion in the 330s. Domination by Persians, Arabs, and Tu... ... read more