Blog Archive: November 2022

Shaori Reservoir

Shaori Reservoir is an artificial lake located in the region of Racha, Georgia  - some 170 km northwest of the capital Tbilisi.

I first visited it in mid-October 2022, during our first trip to Racha

The Shaori reservoir stretches from the southwest to the northeast, its length is 7.1 kilometers, the greatest width is 2.7 kilometers.…

Georgia |

Sikvaruli Waterfall in Racha

The Sikvaruli waterfall (Waterfall of love) is located in Racha, near the town of Ambrolauri, Georgia

The waterfall flows on the mossy rocky massive and creates marvelous sight. Waterflow is located across the Rioni River.

We discovered this place by a chance - when our Rachan driver Levan, showed this place as one of the top sights around…

Georgia |

Won Another Online Auction - Plot of Land in Saldus (EUR 4.82/m2)

On November 24, 2022, I helped to win an online auction for a real estate property in Saldus, Latvia

This auction was held online at the E-izsoles platform. And unlike most of the other bids, this was one of the easiest bids, We were just two bidders, the second bidder had entered the bid a few days earlier and probably forgot to bid today, as my…

Saldus - Garden |

Sakhluka Rachashi, Cozy Cabin in Racha / Agara

Sakhluka Rachashi cabin house is located in Agara in the Racha region of Georgia.

We booked this place on Airbnb for about a 2-night stay in mid-October 2022, during our Racha trip. In total, we paid about $300 for our stay here.

As this time we were traveling without a car, we arrived here from Sadmeli Winery near Ambroulauri, after a short…

Georgia |

Nikortsminda Cathedral

Nikortsminda Cathedral is a Georgian Orthodox Church, located in Nikortsminda, Racha region of Georgia.

I first discovered this beautiful cathedral in mid-October 2022, during our first trip to the region of Racha.

It is said, that Nikortsminda was built in 1010–1014 during the reign of Bagrat III of Georgia and was repaired in 1534 by the King…

Georgia |

14 Things to Do in Latgale

In this article, I will share some notes and points of interest from our latest trip to Latgale at the start of August 2022. to celebrate my 37th birthday.

Our trip actually started a few days earlier on the other side of Latvia. Since this Summer we own a little summer house near Liepāja. Also, we have an apartment near Kuldīga, and back in that…

Latvia |

Navtlugi Farmer's market Tbilisi

Navtlugi farmers market is located in the Samgori metro area, Tbilisi.

It seems it is possible to buy here fresh veggies from local farmers, kitchen sinks, electric lamps, bicycles, and many more.

Navtlugi market seems is like a mix of a Dezerteer bazaar, Kidobani market, and Dry Bridge flea market.

I had heard about this market from friends,…

Georgia |

Guest house / Glamping Laimes taure

Located in the village Vabole, the region of Latgale in Latvia, some 20 km from Daugavpils, guest house Laimes taure offers accommodation with a garden, water sports facilities, a terrace, and free WiFi.

We booked this place for a one night stay, during our trip to the region of Latgale at the start of August 2022. As it was also my birthday, I…

Latvia |

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