42 min
fascinating documentary on Svan Georgia. Gawd these people are tough.
Breath taking scenery.
They get snowed in half the year. They speak their own language plus Georgian.
Their kids go to the village school.
The battle towers are from 11th and 12th century.
https://youtu.be/LAYnzNL2vlIThe Svans: A Georgian Community Living in Another Time | SLICE | FULL DOCUMENTARY
Nestled in a picturesque valley between Abkhazia and South Ossetia lie the 40 mountain villages of Svaneti, homeland of the Svans. Towering mountains reaching heights of 5000 meters surround this remote region of Georgia. Accessing the Georgian mountains is challenging, and time appears to stand still here.
The Svans distinguish themselves from other Georgians with their strong adherence to tradition. They fiercely preserve their medieval culture, maintaining their own language and a unique cult of icons. Despite modern advancements, the Svans continue to farm their meager land without the use of machinery, and ancient rituals remain a vital part of their daily lives.
A new era has dawned for the Svans, marked by change and adaptation. Yet, they are determined not to forsake their cherished values and age-old traditions.
Documentary: The Svans - Between Tradition and Modern World
Direction: Andreas Lünser
@cyborgjorge
3 months ago (edited)
I was here in Ushguli last week. There are actually quite a few tourists who pass through all summer. Lots of small restaurants, cafes, and guesthouses around to serve them. And there's a big cell tower that keeps everyone connected to the world year round.
So it's not quite as remote as this doc makes out. Many of the surrounding smaller villages are more remote but not as picturesque for videos like this. In any case, it still feels like a place from the past, still feels quite special.
