Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia, turned out to be everything I did not expect.
Right on the border with Asia, from which it isseparated by the Ural Mountains.
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Among the many ancient bathhouses the Orbeliani sticks out for its lovely blue tiled facade.
Hot turned out to be an understatement.
I then got a quick but extremely thorough body massage that left me feeling rejuvenated, if slightly dazed.
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Lovers of classical music will enjoy the opera and ballet performances in theOpera Houseon the elegant Freedom Square.
Those who can’t resist a flea market should head for the daily Dry Bridge Market.
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