The griffin is a mythical animal with the head and wings of an eagle and the body of a lion. The ancients believed that he protected the gold of India and protected the world from the one-eyed people of the north. Since he brought grapevine to Georgia, he became the patron saint of winemakers. He needs to whisper a wish in his ear and throw a coin into the fountain.
From the picturesque Sighnaghi, our way passed through the Alazani Valley to Gudauri. Maybe we were led by the mythical griffin that brought grape seed to Georgia? We have enjoyed wine, vineyards, wine museum, tastings, more wine, and more wine! And even in Telavi, after the Mimino tree, we tasted wine and chacha again. Spectacular views of the Georgian military road and the Aragvi gorge accompanied us on the way to Gudauri. It was an incredible adventure!