Poti is a port city on the eastern Black Sea coast in Georgia. Located in the region of Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti, Poti is an important transport and business hub for the country. It covers an area of approximately 74.5 square kilometers and is home to diverse industries and cultural sites. The city is known for its seaport, which is one of the largest and most crucial in Georgia, facilitating international trade and connectivity. The Poti Sea Port is especially pivotal as it serves as a gateway for goods entering and leaving the landlocked countries of the region. Poti is also significant for its rich birdlife and the nearby Kolkheti National Park, which offers visitors a glimpse into the unique wetland ecosystem representative of the Colchic Plain. The area's history is rich, with evidence of ancient Greek colonization, and it has remained strategically important throughout the centuries. Modern-day Poti is a blend of historical heritage and industrial modernization, boasting a mix of Soviet-style architecture and newer structures. Its cultural scene includes a theater, museum, and various monuments, retaining a small-town charm amidst industrial progress.
