Zuruldi Ridge
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A viewpoint ridge east of Mestia, reached by cable car or on foot, with 360-degree views of Ushba, Tetnuldi and other snowy peaks of the Greater Caucasus.
Zuruldi Ridge, at about 2,350 m, is one of the most expansive viewpoints around Mestia. To the north rises the twin-peaked Ushba, to the east the pyramid-shaped Tetnuldi, and below lies the Mestia River valley. Reach it by cable car from Hatsvali, or hike up from town in about 4 hours. There is a café at the top. In June and July the slopes bloom with rhododendrons and wildflowers. In winter, the upper runs of Hatsvali Ski Resort are found here.
Opening hours
Cable car about 10:00 am–5:00 pm (seasonal)
Nearby sights
- Hatsvali Ski Resort
- Mikheil Khergiani House Museum
- Margiani House Museum
- Svan Towers of Mestia
- Svaneti Museum of History and Ethnography
- Mestia–Ushguli Trek
- Koruldi Lakes
- Tetnuldi Ski Resort