Where is Georgia?
The map of the world showing which Georgia we are talking about. [Copyright: Google, 2021 [1].]
Interestingly, there are two Georgias (or... Georgiae?) in the world. One of them is the US state and the other - a republic.
To clear any ambiguity and confusion, we start by mentioning that we are talking about the latter.
Georgia is a beautiful country in the Caucasus region, with a population of about 4 million (well, 3.98, but we’re working
on it.) people, countless mountains, rivers, caves, forests, lakes, the sea, you name it.
Being right between Europe and Asia, Georgia has always been a bridge between the two and an amiable host to people of
many different cultures. It is filled with beautiful places which can be a significant aspect of social events during the
conference. In our little world it is completely viable to enjoy the chilly mountains and visit the beach on the same day,
since the mountains are close to the shore (most visitors are usually amazed by that). Those of you who love exploring nature
and enjoy hiking will definitely find Georgia remarkable.
Georgia is blessed with ancient traditions, rich history, cultural heritage and fascinating sights such as Katskhi
Pillar, Gelati Cathedral and many more. Our history proudly states that we had a female King in the 13th century.
And we could not bear to leave it just in the past which is why we currently have a female President too. Georgia is
actively trying to improve the present and focus on the future now. The only way to fully cherish the gifts of the future
is through the development of science. This is why Georgia has been on the front line to encourage scientific success in the
Caucasus. New universities and research centers open up every year. We believe, that conducting the ICPS 2024 in Tbilisi will
not only be a great opportunity for the students to gain valuable experience, but will also help our whole country along the
way to the future. As a nice bonus, conducting ICPS in Georgia could also help encourage the participation of our neighbouring
countries like Turkey, Armenia, Azerbaijan, etc. This would, in turn, help increase the coverage of IAPS in the world.
Katskhi Pillar near Chiatura, Georgia. [Copyright: Georgia Travel [2].]
Why Tbilisi?
A monument called "Kartlis Deda", which translates into "The Mother of Georgia". It is the most iconic statue in the
capital city: a woman with a cup of wine in one hand (intended for friends) and with a sword in another (intended for
enemies). She proudly looks over the capital city. You will find this monument on our logo as well.
[Copyright: Fang Wei, 2019 [3].]
Tbilisi, the capital and the largest in Georgia is a city of big shoulders indeed. It is a city where all the
railroads of cultural variety of Georgia with all of its flavors are connected. A historic city, dating around V
century A.D., is a perfect place to begin a Georgian adventure. Tbilisi is a beautiful mix of old and modern
architecture. Historical sites such as castles, cathedrals, museums, and galleries make tours of Tbilisi an essential
part of discovering our culture. While, on one hand, laden with historical and cultural places, the city does not fail
to exceed in quality of nightlife entertainment, offering night clubs, bars, and restaurants, along with almost every
type of live music performances on a daily basis.
Tbilisi Public Service Hall. [Copyright: Travel Leisure [4].]
Citywide public transportation ensures easy access from one point to another, enabling visitors to efficiently
experience all that is to their liking - every bit of cuisine from all around the country, museums, galleries, bars or gardens.
Tbilisi, with most of the country’s universities located there, lies at the core of academic life in Georgia. Free University
of Tbilisi, where the conference will be held, is a perfect place for scientists to get together and provide a higher level of
scientific advancement. While lying remotely from the city, escaping all the noise, university is still well connected to it.
Visitors can try a vast variety of traditional Georgian dishes. The food combined with the cultural exchange will make
for an unforgettable trip for any foreigner. If there is one thing Georgian people are good at, it is having guests. We have
a saying: ”A guest is a gift from God”, which quite perfectly sums up the whole philosophy behind Georgian hospitality. We
would like you to be our guests in 2024.
References
- [1] Google Maps. http://maps.google.com/. Accessed: 2021-08-13.
- [2] Georgia Travel: Katskhi Pillar. https://georgia.travel/en_US/article/katskhi-pillar-among-10-spectacular-volcanic-plugs-and-natural-monoliths. Accessed: 2021-08-13.
- [3] Album ”Tbilisi” by Fang Wei on Flickr. https://flickr.com/photos/fengwei888/albums/72157712909365322. Accessed: 2022-08-05.
- [4] Travel Leisure: Tbilisi Is Home to Modern Architecture, Historic Bathhouses, and a Charm That’s Distinctly Georgian. https://www.travelandleisure.com/trip-ideas/tbilisi-georgia-architecture-bathhouses-charm. Accessed: 2022-08-05.