Article created by: James Kerwin

Located in a deep valley, Tbilisi is a city of contrasts built along the riverbank of the Kura, and it is situated in the Republic of Georgia.

The architecture here marks a journey through the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries with balconies on the old houses to unique Soviet structures, right up to the ultra-modern skyscrapers and bridges. The past is not overly polished either to be honest, unlike in many other cities that renovate to the point where buildings lose any sense of authenticity. While that has happened to a limited extent, especially in the section of the Old Town around the slopes of Narikala Fortress, a lot of abandoned buildings in this beautiful place remain untouched by restoration projects.

There are acres of tired, graceful, old buildings with cracked walls and decades of layers of fading and peeling paint. Small and large abandoned places with leaning balconies and ancient wooden doors leading to courtyards with family biographies dating back centuries. Right up my street!

Here are just some of my architecture photography shots taken over the course of eighteen months of places that are now featured on my 1-day walking tours that take place until November this year.

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The Former Hotel London, A Stunning Staircase In The Heart Of Tbilisi

Interior view of an abandoned place in Tbilisi with curved staircase, vintage railing, and worn patterned floor tiles.

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    Soviet Twirls & Swirls - Former Cable Car Station In Tbilisi (Now Full Of Graffiti)

    Interior view of an abandoned building in Tbilisi with curved balconies and large arched windows showing decay and neglect.

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    Circling Around - A Stunning Stairwell In Tbilisi

    Spiral staircase with ornate railing and worn steps inside an abandoned place in Tbilisi, showing decay and aged architecture.

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    Abandoned Cinema Built In The Early 1900s

    Interior of an abandoned place in Tbilisi with ornate wall decorations and peeling paint showing signs of decay.

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    S Curve - The Same Staircase, A Different Angle

    Spiral staircase with ornate railing inside an abandoned building in Tbilisi showing aged walls and natural light.

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    The Most Popular Spot “Unknown”, Town House At 9 Geronti Kikodze St

    Marble staircase with ornate wrought iron railings and a decorative ceiling in an abandoned place in Tbilisi.

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    Mezzanine - A Stunning Entertainment Hall That Lays Derelict

    Interior of an abandoned ornate building in Tbilisi with peeling paint and intricate architectural details visible.

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    All Over The Place - The Heavily Decayed Entrance

    Dilapidated hallway with peeling paint and bricks inside an abandoned place in Tbilisi, showing aged architectural details.

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    The Patch Up - The Landing Of A Residential Block Is Now Receiving Some Much-Needed Love

    Ornate painted walls and skylight inside an abandoned place in Tbilisi with a curved staircase.

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    Red Lines - Close To Sunset Whilst I Photographed This Beautiful Entrance Hall

    Dimly lit corridor inside an abandoned place in Tbilisi with peeling walls and an ornate arched ceiling.

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    No Entry - The Entrance To The Derelict Armenian Church, Surb Nshan

    Entrance of an abandoned place in Tbilisi with weathered wooden doors and c*****d, aged stone walls.

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    Masquerade Ball - Hidden In Central Tbilisi, This Hall Is Used But Very Decayed

    Ornate abandoned doorway in Tbilisi with faded mint green and gold decorations, showcasing historic architectural details.

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    Broken Home - A House With Subsidence Issues

    Abandoned places in Tbilisi showing c*****d walls and detailed wrought iron railing on old staircase interior.

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    A Self-Portrait Inside That Entertainment Hall In Tbilisi

    Elegant abandoned interior in Tbilisi with ornate ceilings and a person exploring the historic, decayed architecture of the building.

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    Golden - Looking Up At The Ceiling That Was Attempted To Be Repaired In A Former Cinema

    Ornate and decaying ceiling dome with faded paint and detailed moldings in an abandoned place in Tbilisi.




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