Park & nature
Jvari Pass Travertine Natural Monument
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Jvari Pass Travertine Natural Monument is a unique geological site located near the Jvari Pass in Gudauri, Georgia. The area is characterized by extensive travertine terraces formed over millennia by mineral-rich spring waters. Visitors can explore the cascading white and beige rock formations, which create a surreal, almost lunar landscape. The site also features several mineral springs where you can taste the naturally carbonated water. The contrast between the bright travertine and the surrounding green valleys and snowy peaks makes it a distinctive stop for nature lovers and photographers.
Don't miss
- Walk along the travertine terraces and observe the intricate patterns created by mineral deposits.
- Taste the naturally sparkling mineral water from the springs that feed the formations.
- Photograph the dramatic contrast between the white travertine and the Caucasus Mountains backdrop.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Jvari Pass Travertine Natural Monument
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inMagical Kazbegi Gudauri & Ananuri DayTrip GuidedTour from Tbilisi4.8★ · 329 travelers~11 hoursFree cancellationFrom$12 per personSee dates →
Best full dayHighlights of Caucasus Mountains-Jinvali,Ananuri,Gudauri,Kazbegi(Group tour)4.9★ · 2,947 travelers~12 hoursFree cancellationFrom$29 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePrivate Day Trip to Gudauri and Kazbegi from Tbilisi via Jvari and Mtskheta5★ · 58 travelers~10 hoursFree cancellationFrom$114 per personSee dates →More attractions in Gudauri