Watch Tbilisi history unfold in city’s iconic ravine

Interested about seeing video projection narrating chapters of Tbilisi' history in one of the most iconic areas of Georgia's capital city?

Visitors of the Leghvtakhevi ravine in Tbilisi's historic Abanotubani bath district on Tuesday could see footage of the city's history projected against rock formations rising to the side of the popular walking spot.

Organised in a joint project by the Tbilisi City Hall's Cultural Events Centre and Box Media Group, the multimedia project illuminated the location at night with the video and photographic reels.

The media screened via the projection included a photographic history of Tbilisi and Georgia as well as drone footage of the city's views.

Visitors watch footage of Georgia's sights in Leghvtakhevi on Tuesday night. Photo from press office of the Mayor of Tbilisi.

An animated video narrating the capital's evolution via sand drawing technique was also part of the footage staged in the ravine, also known as Dabakhana.

The projection also showed Georgia's protected natural areas as well as ancient and medieval monuments scattered across the country.

The organisers chose the location for the project due to its popularity among young people and tourists, said the Tbilisi City Hall.

Situated next to the sulphur baths of Abanotubani, Leghvtakhevi is a historic part of Tbilisi's Old Town.

The footage will be available for viewing in Leghvtakhevi until July 25. Photo from press office of the Mayor of Tbilisi.

Walking paths and narrow bridges in the ravine cross the Tsavkisistskali river, while rock formations rising to both sides of the area result in a uniquely enclosed space for spending time away from urban noise in the city's heart.

Found in historical sources dating back to 1429, the ravine became part of Tbilisi's Botanical Garden in the 19th Century.

After decades of neglect, a reconstruction of the area was launched in 2012 and aimed to fully utilise its tourist potential.

The night-time video projection in Leghvtakhevi will be available for viewing for visitors until July 25.