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Hidden Gem of Tbilisi: Tsavkisi Khevi Bike and Walking Path

The Tsavkisi Khevi bike and walking path can be reached by car, taxi or public transportation from Tbilisi old town. It is a 5 km drive or ride from the old town and once there, visitors can take a leisurely walk along the path to enjoy the scenery and waterfalls. The path was built recently and not many tourists know about it.

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Update: Temporarily closed due to the landfalls.

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