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UTC+4 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
IANA Time Zone |
Asia/Tbilisi |
Ninotsminda time compared to Beijing time (China) |
4 hours ahead |
About Ninotsminda, Georgia
Ninotsminda is a city in the Samtskhe-Javakheti Region of southern Georgia, adjacent to the Armenian border. Originally named Bogdanovka, the city was renamed during the Soviet period in honor of the poet Ninotsminda. Located on the Javakheti Plateau, at an altitude of about 1,940 meters above sea level, the climate is cold and dry, with long winters. The population of about 6,000 is predominantly Armenian.
History and Cultural Features
Ninotsminda has a long history and is surrounded by monuments such as the 5th century AD Kumuldo Cathedral. The city's culture is a blend of Georgian and Armenian traditions, with agriculture and animal husbandry as the backbone of the economy, producing potatoes and dairy products. The area retains unique folk festivals and crafts, such as wool weaving.
Geography and Tourism
The city is surrounded by volcanic lakes and steppe landscapes, and Lake Paravani, one of the largest alpine lakes in Georgia, is suitable for eco-tourism. The neighboring Satskere Fortress and Vardzia Cave Monastery are popular historical attractions. The city is connected to Tbilisi by the A306 highway, an important gateway for exploring the South Caucasus region.
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Today is 2025-12-30
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