What happened Abkhazia?

The War in Abkhazia was fought between Georgian government forces for the most part and Abkhaz separatist forces, Russian government armed forces and North Caucasian militants between 1992 and 1993. The war heavily affected post-Soviet Georgia, which suffered considerable financial, human and psychological damage.

How old is Abkhazia?

Early history Between the 9th and 6th centuries BC, the territory of modern Abkhazia was part of the ancient Georgian kingdom of Colchis. Around the 6th century BC, the Greeks established trade colonies along the Black Sea coast of present-day Abkhazia, in particular at Pitiunt and Dioscurias.

What do Georgians call themselves?

Georgians call themselves Kartvelebi (ქართველები), their land Sakartvelo (საქართველო), and their language Kartuli (ქართული). According to The Georgian Chronicles, the ancestor of the Kartvelian people was Kartlos, the great-grandson of the Biblical Japheth.

What do Georgians call their country?

The native Georgian name for the country is Sakartvelo (საქართველო). The word consists of two parts.

Is it safe to visit Abkhazia?

The main risks of visiting Abkhazia are possible problems with Georgian law on Georgian controlled territory. It is highly recommended not to talk about visits to Abkhazia with Georgian custom officials because it is illegal under Georgian law. Crossing the border with Abkhazia from Russia is free.

Is Abkhazia occupied?

The Georgian parliament unanimously passed a resolution on 28 August 2008 formally declaring Abkhazia and South Ossetia Russian-occupied territories, and calling Russian troops occupying forces.

Why is Georgia so poor?

Unemployment remains one of the biggest challenges in the country, according to UNDP. The unemployment rate has increased to 12 percent, and 68 percent of the population consider themselves unemployed. Labor market status is another big reason for a large number of Georgia’s population living in poverty.

Can I visit Abkhazia?

Tourists from all countries (except Georgia) can visit Abkhazia for a period not exceeding 24 hours as part of an organized tourist group.

Does Abkhazia have an airport?

Sukhumi Babushara Airport (IATA: SUI, ICAO: UGSS), previously known as Sukhumi Dranda Airport, and also known as Vladislav Ardzinba Sokhumi International Airport (ICAO: URAS), is the main airport of Abkhazia.