Mazeri is a city in Svaneti.
.jpg/220px-Ushba_&_Mazeri_(E._Platz).jpg) Mazeri and Mount Ushba | ||
| Mazeri | ||
| Region (Mchare) | Mingrelia-Upper Svaneti | |
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| Residents | < 100 | |
other value for residents on Wikidata: 159   | ||
| height | 1590 | |
| different value for height on Wikidata: 1,660 m | ||
| no tourist info on Wikidata: | ||
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background
Mazeri is the most famous village in Becho community, Upper Svaneti It is about 20 km away from Mestia in an amazing valley Dolra River, 1600 meters above sea level, surrounded by vast green meadows and snow-capped mountain peaks. Mazeri is now the one Base for several most beautiful trekking routes SvanetiOnce this land was in the possession of the Dadeshkeliani princes there was a 10-story tower that the owners exploded in 1921. The ruins can still be found near the village. Tourism in Svaneti probably began to develop from this village . Here thru Becho Pass many tourists and climbers came, as this pass is the most convenient for crossing from Russia to Svaneti. In addition, many climbers who come to conquer Ushba were in Becho.
getting there
There is currently no public transport that goes directly to Mazeri. The nearest public transport route is Zugdidi - Mestia main road. If you go by marshrutka from Zugdidi, you should go up about 16 km before Mestia, turn around near Becho (Mazeri). From this point at Mazeri is about 7 km. You can walk this distance in 1-1.5 hours, or you can pick up someone from your pension here. It is also possible to ALWAYS hitchhike.
mobility
Tourist Attractions
Besides the unforgettable landscapes and beautiful Shikhra valley, Becho is famous for its numerous mineral springs. There are several large waterfalls around the village. Also you can see ruins of Princes Dadeshkeliani Castle, old church and old Svaneti Tower.
activities
- Trekking
- Biking
- horse riding
- To ski
Svaneti Mazeri Trekking Routes
Mazeri - Mount Ushba Glacier Trekking
- Dolra river, waterfalls, view of summit and Mount Ushba Mazeri, glacier. Ride for a fist part of the route possible.
- Height start / end: 1600 / 2700m, duration: 8-9 hours on foot, length: 8.5 km
Mazeri - Baki Pass - Etseri Trekking
- possible on foot or on horseback
- Length: 15 km, duration: 6-8 hours; Height start / end: 1700 / 1450m; highest point: 2460m
Mazeri - Guli Pass - Koruldi Lakes - Mestia Trekking
- possible on foot or on horseback
- Length: 16 km, duration: 8 hours; Height start / end: 1600 / 1420m; highest point: 2960m
kitchen
Staying in a village of Mazeri guest houses is a great way to try traditional Svaneti, cooked with fresh natural local eco products. Clean and natural mineral water from a healing mineral spring.
accommodation
You can stay at the various host families and family guest house houses offering accommodation and full board meals at reasonable proportions. There is a hotel with a high quality of service, but the price is significantly higher than in guest houses. A good option for backpackers is the Pik Mazeri Pension, in a renovated old Svan house, standing on a large green meadow. They have their own horses and mineral springs near the house. It is also possible to pitch a tent in the pension camping zone.
- Grand Hotel Ushba, Tvebishi, Mestias rajoni, Svaneti, Georgia.
- Peak Mazeri Guest House, Mestia District, Mazeri, Becho, Samegrelo-Upper Svaneti, Georgia. E-mail: [email protected]. A family mini-hotel in Svaneti Mestia region - Peak Mazeri Guest House.Great location right at the foot of Mount Ushba. Nice mountain view rooms and great food. Horse riding. Free pick up from our car. Start Ushba Trekking here.
