Babaneuri Reserve

The Babaneuri State Reserve is sited below the Caucasus Main Range, at the left bank of the Alazani River, at altitude 439-1.000m above sea level. It was founded in 1935, with total area 747 hectares. Climate is humid temperate.

The reserve involves third period relict a unique massif of Caucasian Zelkova (Dzelkva). Zelkova grows in separate grooves, as well as together with hornbeam. Besides, it is mingled with oak, maple and other tress. Height of Zelkova in the reserve is 20-30 meters, diameter up to 90 centimeters. Subforest is formed by a hawthorn, cornel-elder, medlar and sweetbrier.

There are a number of mammal and bird species living in the reserve.

Only educational and scientific tourism is available. Movement is possible on foot and by horse (special pre-defined routes).