The enchantment of Jvari Pass: where mountains meet two seasons

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The Jvari Pass, also known as the Cross Pass, is a mountain pass in the Greater Caucasus Mountains in Georgia. It is located at an elevation of approximately 2,379 meters above sea level and is one of the most iconic locations along the historic Georgian Military Road, a major communication route connecting Tbilisi with Vladikavkaz in Russia. The Jvari Pass offers spectacular views of the surrounding mountains, valleys, and rivers. The landscape changes throughout the seasons, with green meadows in summer and snow-capped peaks in winter. The nearby Gudauri ski resort lies on the southern side of the pass and is a popular destination for winter sports enthusiasts. The pass has a rich history and was a strategic passage for trade, troops, and travelers for centuries. It is named after the Georgian word Jvari, meaning cross, referring to the ancient crosses that were placed along the route. The Tergi River rises near the pass and flows through the Darial Gorge. Glaciers and spectacular waterfalls can also be found in the area. During the winter months, the pass can be impassable due to heavy snowfall, but in the summer it is a popular route for tourists and adventurers. Hiking and trekking opportunities: The area around the pass offers numerous opportunities for trekking and photography.

A journey from Ananuri Fort through the Jvari Pass is one of the most impressive experiences you can have in Georgia, the contrast between the colorful autumn landscapes and the sudden snow-capped mountains is breathtaking and feels almost magical. The Start: Autumn beauty at Ananuri Fort. As you continue along the Georgian Military Road, nature slowly begins to change. The colorful forests gradually make way for bare mountain slopes, and the air becomes fresher. As you get closer to the Jvari Pass, you notice the first signs of snow. The peaks of the mountains seem to be sprinkled with sugar, and the temperature drops noticeably. As you reach the higher parts of the Jvari Pass, you are surrounded by a completely white landscape. The snow-capped peaks, frozen rivers and icy air create a serene and almost otherworldly atmosphere. The contrast with the autumn colors from earlier on the route makes the transition all the more spectacular. It feels like you have experienced two completely different seasons in one day.

Een reis van Ananuri Fort door de Jvari Pass is één van de meest indrukwekkende ervaringen die je in Georgië kunt hebben, het contrast tussen de kleurrijke herfstlandschappen en de plotselinge sneeuwbedekte bergen is adembenemend en voelt bijna magisch. De Jvari Pass, ook bekend als de Kruispas, is een bergpas in het Grote Kaukasusgebergte in Georgië. Het ligt op een hoogte van ongeveer 2.379 meter boven zeeniveau en is een van de meest iconische plekken langs de historische Georgische Militaire Weg, een belangrijke verbindingsroute die Tbilisi met Vladikavkaz in Rusland verbindt. De Jvari Pass biedt een spectaculair uitzicht op de omliggende bergen, valleien en rivieren. Het landschap verandert door de seizoenen heen, met groene weiden in de zomer en besneeuwde toppen in de winter. Het nabijgelegen skigebied Gudauri ligt aan de zuidkant van de pas en is een populaire bestemming voor wintersporters. De pas heeft een rijke geschiedenis en was eeuwenlang een strategische doorgang voor handel, troepen en reizigers. Het is genoemd naar het Georgische woord Jvari, wat kruis betekent, verwijzend naar de oude kruizen die op de route zijn geplaatst. Nabij de pas ontspringt de Tergi-rivier, die door de Darialkloof stroomt. In de omgeving vind je ook gletsjers en spectaculaire watervallen. Tijdens de wintermaanden kan de pas onbegaanbaar zijn door zware sneeuwval, maar in de zomer is het een populaire route voor toeristen en avonturiers. Wandel- en trekkingsmogelijkheden: Het gebied rondom de pas biedt talloze mogelijkheden voor trekking en fotografie.

Taken in: Georgia / Mtskheta-Mtianeti / Almasiani (show map)

Taken on: October 19, 2023

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