Batumi Archaeological Museum

The Batumi Archaeological Museum, located in Georgia, is the oldest in the country. Its building at 77 Ilia Chavchavadze Street is a real treasure trove for researchers and history enthusiasts. The museum displays exhibits from the Stone and Iron Ages, including artifacts of the Colchian tribal culture. The first floor features artifacts from the ancient, early, and late medieval periods, discovered during excavations in the ancient and medieval fortresses of Adjara. Among the exhibits, you can find Greek and Roman pottery, coins, sculptures, and jewelry. Special attention is drawn to the so-called "Gonio Treasure," discovered by archaeologists near one of the fortress walls of Gonio Fortress. The collection also includes various sculptural representations of Romans and the Hellenistic god Serapis, glassware and bronze vessels, as well as Roman jewelry. Visiting this museum immerses you in the history and culture of ancient civilizations that left their mark on the territory of Georgia.