The Minister of Environmental Protection and Agriculture of Georgia, David Songhulashvili, inspected the existing tourist and recreational infrastructure in the Tbilisi National Park. The Minister got acquainted with the condition of the park’s infrastructure in the Sabaduri and Zedazni territories and the existing opportunities for visitors.
The Ministry of Environmental Protection and Agriculture of Georgia shared glimpses of the inspection works along with a small note about the park’s infrastructure on its official Facebook page on August 12, 2026, Wednesday.
“The new infrastructure of the Tbilisi National Park will create a more orderly and safe environment for visitors. The development of protected areas is one of the important priorities of our environmental policy. Today, a significant part of Georgia’s territory is included in the network of protected areas, and along with the expansion of the network, we are strengthening its management and relevant resources so that Georgia’s unique natural heritage is properly protected,” noted David Songhulashvili.
Moreover, it is noteworthy that the Tbilisi National Park covers the territories of Mtskheta and Tianeti municipalities, as well as part of Gardabani municipality.
A project to develop ecotourism infrastructure in Tbilisi National Park was implemented by the Agency for Protected Areas, funded by the state budget. Within the framework of the project, a new administrative building and a visitor center were built; more than 30 gazebos, outdoor fireplaces and benches were arranged, as well as a 55 km long network of hiking trails with the corresponding accompanying infrastructure.
Notably, children’s entertainment, cognitive and eco-educational spaces, an amphitheater and toilets adapted for people with disabilities were also arranged for visitors. Car and bicycle parking for approximately 200 vehicles was arranged within the framework of the project. The project budget amounted to 7.2 million GEL.
Other participants of the Gathering:
- First Deputy Minister Nino Tandilashvili,
- Deputy Minister Lasha Avaliani,
- Director of the Rural Development Agency Zurab Gozalishvili,
- Head of the National Food Agency Giorgi Iakobashvili,
- Representatives of local authorities.
