Gonio Fortress

Driving to Gonio Fortress

Adjara

The oldest fortress in Georgia, this well-preserved Roman fortification dates to the 1st century AD.

What makes it special

Believed to be the burial site of Saint Matthias, one of the twelve apostles.

Plan the drive

Check weather, official closures, and road damage before departure. Rental permission never overrides a closed or unsafe road.

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Kazbegi, Gudauri, Kakheti, Svaneti — all our cars are permitted on mountain and gravel roads. Ask us about Tusheti too.

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