Sighnaghi town walls

Where it is & how to get there

• From Tbilisi: About 1.5–2 hours by car or marshrutka.
• On foot: Walk along sections of the walls and climb the towers.
• Tours: Day tours combine Sighnaghi, Bodbe and Kakheti viewpoints.

The story of Sighnaghi

Sighnaghi's defensive walls were built in the 18th century by King Erekle II to protect the town from raids. About 4 kilometres of walls and more than 20 towers still circle the hill.

The restored town of cobbled streets and balconied houses looks over the Alazani Valley to the Greater Caucasus. Its wedding house is open 24 hours a day, earning it the nickname "City of Love".

Best time to visit

Tips before you go

• Walk the walls for views.
• Climb a tower on the walls for the best view of the valley.
• Try churchkhela, the Georgian walnut-and-grape sweet.

What's around Sighnaghi

• Bodbe Monastery2 km away.
• Alazani ValleyBelow the town.
• Old town squareMain square with cafés.
• Sighnaghi museumPaintings by Niko Pirosmani.

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