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|language = Georgian is the official language. The In the west of the country speaks Mengrelian or and Svanare also spoken. Abkhazia and South Ossetia each have their own languages. Russian is universally understoodexcept by some of the young, but they usually speak English instead.

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Citizens of EU[[File:Georgia.jpeg|thumb|250px| Hitchhiking in Georgia.]]'''Georgia''' is a country in [[Western Asia]], USAthat borders [[Turkey]], Canada[[Armenia]], Australia[[Azerbaijan]] and [[Russia]]. Two part of Georgia in the North, New Zealand [[Abkhazia]] and many other [[South Ossetia]] are ''de facto'' independent countries don't need visa to enter and stay on the territory of Georgia for 360 daysthough few nations recognize their independence.

When arriving from west, your likely point Hitching in Georgia is easy most of the time! Short waits and very friendly people. Road conditions in some places are quite bad so it can take some time but in most of entry cases there are renovated roads. Spots are very easy to find, just head in the country right direction and you will be [[Sarp-Sarpi border crossing]] with [[Turkey]] find a suitable place to stand. Sometimes if luck isn't on the Black Sea coast. That border crossing has your side though and you may have to wait for a steady traffic while and itthe only cars who will stop for you are ''marshrutkas''s possible to cross the border on foot(microbuses) which expect payment. But remain patient! Eventually someone will stop for you.

If you are going to [[Armenia]] Unlike most European countries, usually no one cares if you have to cross Sadakhlo borderhitchhike directly on highways, so it's possible not a problem to walk over the checkpoint and border police is nicefind a spot.

Staying in the homes of local people and enjoying their The Georgian hospitality is possible practically everywhere except for [[Tbilisi]]. Simply knock on any house with a light in the window, incredible and chances are the family inside will be happy most remarkable experience in this country but sometimes also a small risk as it can become a little bit pushing from time to host youtime.  Pitching a tent is a normal thing Refusing alcohol can be offending for the local some people, forbidden only in city centers and near ruins. It (if there is best another person next to camp away from heavily populated places to avoid trouble with hooligans, and don't sleep the driver in the middle of open fields just in case cattle car the chances are driven through in very high that the morning. As usual in the former Soviet Union, it famous national drink chacha is possible offered to rent private rooms from local people. In any city or small town one need only go into a shop or small restaurant you) and ask if someone has a room. Prices start from around 10 laryou are vegetarian, and sometimes tea and even dinner is included. == Climate == Summer can there could be really hot in Georgia. Temperature is around 35-40°C so you need a lot of water, which isn't similar problem to find (majority of Georgians use tap water) and security from the sun. Winter is quite cold and snowy, especially the north part of Georgia.  == Using police cars ==In Georgia it is possible to "hitchhike" with [[police]] cars. Due to the countryIf you's desire to become more European, re traveling as a major reform of the police was undertakencouple, affecting also the way the police work and deal with people. You should try not to be afraid of asking policeman for information or help. Most probably they will help you too affectionate in public places, as some people are extremely conservative and even more. The police provide a special type of service - they can deliver you to the address you are asking - for people who are in a position to be harmed or injuredoffended by this, for example when you are a foreigner and travelling alone in Georgia. They can bring you drunk guys may try to the address fight you name or (this happened to one hitchhiker after kissing his girlfriend on a hotel. Keep in mind that you will have to fill out and sign a form. It is recommended to use this service in the evenings and nightsmarshrutka).

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== Regions Border Crossings ==* [[Svaneti]]* === To [[KakhetiTurkey]]===* There are three open border crossings between turkey and Georgia. The faster and easier for hitchhike is the one close to [[AdjaraBatumi]]. It can be very convenient for you even if you are going or coming from south east of Turkey. * [[Samegrelo]]* [[Racha]]== Using police cars ==* In Georgia it is possible to "hitchhike" with [[Guriapolice]]cars. Due to the country's desire to become more European, a major reform of the police was undertaken, affecting also the way the police work and deal with people. You should not be afraid of asking policeman for information or help. Most probably they will help you and even more. You may not even need to ask, as it's not uncommon for police cars in Georgia to pick up hitchhikers, and then pull over other cars or trucks on the road to find a ride going straight to your destination. * [[Imereti]] * [[Kvemo Kartli]]The police also provide a special type of service - they can deliver you to the address you are asking - for people who are in a position to be harmed or injured, for example when you are a foreigner and traveling alone in Georgia. They can bring you to the address you name or to a hotel. Keep in mind that you will have to fill out and sign a form. It is recommended to use this service in the evenings and nights.* [[Pshavi]]* [[Khevi]]== Personal Experience ==* [[Kartli]]* [[SamtskheHitchhikernick -Javakheti]]* [[Tusheti]]* [[Khevsureti]]* [[Abkhazia]]* [[South Ossetia]]{{IsIn|Western Asia}}hitchhiked here for 10 days in July 2018.  Entered from Turkey and camped at Batumi as was getting late and started drizzling.  only problem was there were so many bats flying around under bridge, i had to leave and go and luy on beach to avoid getting bitten.  i then hitched up to Mestia to see the beautiful brick towers.  from there onwards to Kutaisi where upon leaving the town to hitch to Tibilisi, i was set on by 4 dogs and the little one bit the back of my leg.  i turned around and went to dodgy old hospital where i got rabies shot for 20usd, and got my next a week later in tibilisi for 5usd. From there i hitched to Armenia border.  average waiting time 30 minutes. most vehicles were cars