Very nice Soviet monument that is integral part of the landscape of Tbilisi. You can see it from several angles while walking around town. At first it was an allegorical wooden statue, that was later covered with aluminum to better resist the elemts. In one hand she holds a plate with grapes to welcome friends, in the other a sword to defend the city from unwelcome guests.
I love this place. The view of the city is gorgeous. The monument is incredibly impressive. The view of the botanical garden is also impressive. Nearby there are souvenirs and a not expensive cable car.
The only drawback is that if you walk up the stairs, you can suffocate from unaccustomed use. But it's still a thrill.
The Mother of Georgia (Mother Kartli) has been towering on the Sololak ridge since the 50s, which can be reached by cable car and offers a magnificent panorama of the city. The Mother of Georgia is visible from many points in Tbilisi, illuminated very beautifully at night. The 20-meter-high statue symbolizes the Georgian national character: a female figure holds a cup of wine in her left hand to greet those who came as a friend, and in her right hand a sword for those who came as an enemy. There have been several reconstructions since the construction, but it has always attracted the attention of tourists.