Abkhazia is Georgian region

Key Facts:

Capital: Sukhumi

Population: ~240,000 (pre-war population was over 500,000; many ethnic Georgians were displaced)

Languages: Georgian, Abkhaz, Russian .

Currency: GEL, Russian Ruble (RUB)

Major Cities & Attractions:

Sukhumi (Sokhumi) – Capital with Soviet-era architecture and a seaside promenade.

Gagra – Coastal resort town, once a Soviet elite vacation spot.

Pitsunda – Known for its ancient church and pine forests.

Lake Ritsa – Stunning mountain lake in the Caucasus.

New Athos (Anakopia) – Orthodox monastery and cave complex.