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“Dates back to the 19th century reflects that the significant role of the Armenian community played in Batumi's commercial and cultural development during the 19th and early 20th centuries.”

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“Built in 1886 during the Ottoman period... Today, it is the only remaining mosque in Batumi. While the exterior is relatively modest, the interior is decorated with colorful painted ornaments and geometric designs, making it one of the city's most distinctive religious buildings.”

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“Completed in 1904, it served Batumi's thriving Jewish community... it remains an important symbol of the many peoples who helped shape the city.”

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“For a quieter and less touristy experience, it is worth visiting the church of Saint Vakhtang Gorgasali. Located away from the city's main attractions, it offers a glimpse into the everyday life beyond the tourist center.”

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“One of the most impressive places that you have to visit in Batumi. Established in 1912... Covering more than 100 hectares on a hillside overlooking the Black Sea, the garden contains thousands of plant species from around the world.”

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“Originally established in 1881, Batumi Boulevard stretched for several kilometers besides the Black Sea and remains the heart of the city. Palm trees, fountains, sculptures, and modern architecture line the waterfront, creating an atmosphere unlike anywhere else in Georgia.”

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“One of the most recognizable landmarks in the modern part of Batumi is without a doubt the Alphabet Tower... Visitors can take an elevator to the observation desk, which offers spectacular views over the city, the Black Sea, and the surrounding countryside.”

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“Built in its current form in 2013 after fire destroyed a previous structure, it hosts concerts, festivals, and cultural events throughout the warmer ones of the year.”

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“Inspired by classical Greek architecture, remains one of the city's most important cultural institutions.”

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“This is no ordinary fast food restaurant. Designed by architect Giorgi Khmaladze and completed in 2013. Its futuristic glass structure won several international architectural awards and has become one of the city's most photographed buildings.”

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“At the center of the square stands the statue of Media holding the golden fleece... Surrounded by elegant buildings, cafes and historic architecture, Euro Square forms the symbolic heart of Batumi.”

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“One of the most interesting and charming places in Batumi. Completed in 2010 and inspired by Italian piazzas, the square combines colorful facads, mosaics, and decorative details that feel surprisingly Mediterranean.”

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“Built between 1898 and 1903... the cathedral's neo gothic architecture is very unusual for Georgia... eventually becoming Batumi's principal Orthodox Cathedral.”

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“Once back on the ground, we head to the main square or Fö ter, the heart of the city. Surrounded by colorful Baroque and medieval buildings, the square reflects Soprons centuries as a prosperous trading town.”

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“Sopron's history goes back almost 2,000 years. And in this place, you can see the ruins of the old city. Back then, it was called Scarbantia, and it was first mentioned in 150 AD. Back in the Roman times, it was an important stop and important trading hub on the so-called Amber Route connecting the empire.”

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“So right behind me we have the main cathedral of Sopron also known as the goat church. So according to local legend the site where the cathedral is right now there was a treasure buried by a thief and a goat found it. So that is why the cathedral was built over the centuries. It underwent several renovations helping preserve its remarkable Gothic architecture.”

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“So right behind me we have the Storno house which is a beautiful building dating back to the 16th century. It got its name from the Swiss Franz Storno who was a art collector and renovator and who bought this house. It is a very beautiful museum that you have to visit. Today it is one of the city's most fascinating museums and contains several different exhibitions.”

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“So right behind me you can see Taródi-vár , one of the most unusual sites in Sopron. If you see it, you would think that it is an old castle, but it was built by one single person István Taródi in the 1950s and it took him 20 years to complete it. As you wander through its towers, walls, and passageways, it is really hard to believe that so much of it was but by a single man driven purely by passion.”

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“And one of the best places to discover this multicultural heritage is the medieval synagogue. Dating back to the 14th century, it is one of the oldest preserved synagogues in central Europe. Today, the museum tells a story of Sopron's Jewish community and offers you a fascinating insight into a chapter of the its history that is often overlooked.”

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“So let's start off with one of the most beautiful places in Sopron, the Tüztorony or fire tower. One of the most impressive and iconic buildings in the city. The highlight, however, is climbing to the top. From here, you can enjoy breathtaking views over the medieval old town, the surrounding countryside, and on clear days, even neighboring Austria.”