Festive season comes to Tbilisi with Christmas tree and street decorations
Georgia’s capital Tbilisi has joined cities decorated and lit in festive colours for Christmas and New Year's Eve across the world. Photo: Nino Alavidze/Agenda.ge
The principal Christmas tree in Tbilisi was lit up in front of the Parliament building on December 10, with Mayor Kakha Kaladze wishing residents of the capital and citizens across the country “peace, health and well-being”. Photo: Nino Alavidze/Agenda.ge
A close-up look at decorations used for bringing festive mood to locals and visitors flocking to Rustaveli Avenue, Freedom Square and Orbeliani Square - the three spots selected for official events and celebrations. Photo: Nino Alavidze/Agenda.ge
Locals and tourists visiting the Georgian capital enjoy festive decorations in the central areas of the city by taking photos with the backdrop of the holiday season additions. Photo: Nino Alavidze/Agenda.ge
Children pose for photographs with Christmas characters in costumes. Photo: Nino Alavidze/Agenda.ge
A young man dressed in the costume of Santa Claus proposes to his girlfriend after presenting her with red roses. Photo: Nino Alavidze/Agenda.ge
And she said “Yes”!. Photo: Nino Alavidze/Agenda.ge
This year’s New Year’s Eve celebrations for the Georgian capital are held under the motto “Tbilisi - A City of Peace”, with the line displayed around the Christmas tree on downtown Freedom Square. Photo: Nino Alavidze/Agenda.ge
Houses near Orbeliani Square are adorned with Christmas decorations. Photo: Nino Alavidze/Agenda.ge
A decorated house near Dry Bridge. Photo: Nino Alavidze/Agenda.ge
A mill-shaped Christmas stall near Orbeliani Square. Photo: Nino Alavidze/Agenda.ge
A view of the Christmas village fair on Orbeliani Square. Photo: Nino Alavidze/Agenda.ge
Stalls with crafts items and accessories for celebrating the Christmas and New Year's Eve days in Tbilisi are seen at one of the festive spots. Photo: Nino Alavidze/Agenda.ge
These handmade, knitted toys are among items put up for sale at the Christmas village. Photo: Nino Alavidze/Agenda.ge
Vintage red car with a Christmas tree on top is a recognised holiday season decoration used around the world. Photo: Nino Alavidze/Agenda.ge
More decorative elements used for creating a mood for the festivities. Photo: Nino Alavidze/Agenda.ge
A house of Santa is arranged in Giorgi Leonidze Park near Orbeliani Square. Photo: Nino Alavidze/Agenda.ge
Artists, theatre troupes, craftspeople and producers bring their shows and products to Orbeliani Square to entertain and delight those celebrating in the open-air setting. Photo: Nino Alavidze/Agenda.ge
A daily programme of shows is hosting visitors through Christmas and New Year's Eve in Tbilisi. Photo: Nino Alavidze/Agenda.ge
Orchestra artists dressed in festive uniforms are marching down Giorgi Leonidze Park. Photo: Nino Alavidze/Agenda.ge
The march also features some Disney characters. Photo: Nino Alavidze/Agenda.ge
Santa Claus is seen giving sweets to children. Photo: Nino Alavidze/Agenda.ge
Festive decorations are usually up in Tbilisi through January 14, a "second" New Year's Eve celebrated based on the Julian calendar. Photo: Nino Alavidze/Agenda.ge