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Ushguli

Ushguli (უშგული) is a community in Upper Svaneti. It is one of the highest mountain settlements in Europe, and is situated at a height of 2,200m above sea level. Four villages make up the community of Ushguli: Murkmeli, Chazhashi, Chvibiani, and Zhibiani. The perfect harmony of architecture and landscape, medieval urban network system and residential complexes preserved in the villages, along with the exceptionally picturesque setting, leave an everlasting impression on visitors and contribute to the uniqueness of Ushguli’s architecture. The village of Chazhashi in Ushguli community has preserved more than 200 medieval tower houses, churches and castles and is UNESCO World Heritage Site.