Mukhaestate Explained

Mukhaestate
Native Name:მუხაესტატე
Settlement Type:Village
Pushpin Map:Georgia
Subdivision Type:Country
Subdivision Type1:Autonomous Republic
Subdivision Type2:Municipality
Subdivision Name2: Kobuleti
Elevation M:60
Population As Of:2014
Population Total:2045
Timezone:Georgian Time
Utc Offset:+4
Coordinates:41.8419°N 41.8664°W

Mukhaestate (Georgian: მუხაესტატე) is a village located in the west part of Georgia, in the Kobuleti municipality in the Adjarian region (an autonomous region). The village sits at 60 metres above sea level, near the Achkva River.[1] According to 2014 data, 2,045 people live in the village.[2] During the 15th-16th century, Mukhaestate was the main place of residence for nobleman from Guria region. Mukhaestate is 36.9 kilometers north of Batumi and approximately 315 km west of the nation's capital, Tbilisi. The mountainous area is good for subtropical species.

History of Church

St. George's church is said to have been a small church in the village, and the only place where the local population could pray. Built of ancient rock, the church was destroyed in 1891.

Mukhaestate is said to be a famous village in the Kobuleti Municipality. The people of Mukhaestate produce three types of citrus fruit. The village is also said to be known for its traditions, hospitality, climatic areas and ionized maritime air.

Notable people

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Google Maps - Achkva River . 2020-07-18.
  2. Web site: მოსახლეობის საყოველთაო აღწერა 2014 . November 2014 . საქართველოს სტატისტიკის ეროვნული სამსახური . 16 November 2020. ka.