Batumi is the capital of the Adjara region, which borders Turkey. There are mosques in the city center, as well as a small Turkish quarter. There are many Turkish kebab shops and barber shops in the city.
Batumi is called the new Dubai, because a lot of new investment real estate is being built in the city. You will find a large number of ultra-modern high-rise apart-hotels and hotels that are adjacent to unsightly residential buildings.
Be prepared for the fact that Batumi can rain quite a lot. The city is in a tropical natural zone, there can be heavy, prolonged downpours. Our experience has shown that at least a few days out of a week's vacation will probably not be suitable for swimming.
Batumi will definitely not leave you indifferent. We definitely recommend visiting it as part of your trip to Georgia.
