Narikala Fortress according to the legend was built by the king Vakhtang I Gorgasali of ancient Kingdom of Iberia.Narikala is an ancient fortress overlooking Tbilisi and the Mtkvari (Kura) River. The fortress consists of two walled sections on this steep hill between the sulphur baths and the botanical gardens of Tbilisi.On reaching the top of Narikala hill by cable car costing 4.5 GEL one-way the view was absolutely scenic on a cloudy morning. From the cable car exit it is a short downhill descent to Narikala Fortress.

The easiest way is to take the cable car to the top. The steps were too slippery as it was raining. When we reached the top, it was drizzling, the view of the city looked cool from the top. There are souvenir shops and cafes at the top. Place to visit to the city view

This is a place you can access via the aerial tramway, nor far from Europe Square. From here you will enjoy the lovely view over the whole city, can see the Mother of Georgia from the bottom and even buy some souvenirs. Make sure to go on a clear sky day to make the most out of it!

This is also a beautiful spot just off the city an old fortress with spectacular view all around. Stop by for some lovely pictures by the fortress. From the top you can actually get some 360 view of the old city and around. Please do check the pictures.

Narikala fortress is the oldest landmark of Tbilisi. Originally it was built in the 4th century, whereas most of walls were built in 8th century. Could not visit inside the fortress, but only saw it from outside. It can be accessed with a short cable car ride. The view from the fortress is quite nice, the whole of Tbilisi city is visible from the fortress.

One of the oldest landmarks of Tbilisi, the fortress is a great piece of history. The Fortress can be accessed either via a short cable car ride, or a hike. The cable car charges 5 Laari for a two-way transfer. You also need the Tbilisi metro money card for once to load money. Once you reach the top, the views are quite nice, as the whole of Tbilisi city is visible from the fortress. You can also walk to the mother of Georgia Statue at the top. There is also a botanical garden at the top. Once you reach the top, there are a few small cafes and shops where you can have some coffee and drinks overlooking Tbilisi. It is recommended to visit the fortress in the evening and watch sunset from the top as the city turns red and pink in the evening.

A very enjoyable city with great restaurants, museums and art galleries. We stayed in the Old Town at the Amante Hotel - asked for a room on the 3rd or 4th Floor for a fabulous view across the city. We took advantage of the Turkish Baths which are highly recommended, caught the tube which is an experience, visited the Botanical garden, and took the cable car to the fort and seperatly to the theme park overlooking the city. The highlight of the visit were supper in the Funicular Restaurant on MT Mtatsmida, the Exhibitions at the National Museum and the breathtaking art in the Georgian Museum of Fine Art which "should not be missed"

Bring your camera for the endless views on a clear, warm day. You can't leave Tbilisi without this experience. The way the fortress looms over Old Town was strategic to find off invaders. This was one of the most heavily fortified and impregnable fortresses in the heyday of the Silk Road. The were not messing around.