Gonio-Apsaros museum-reserve
Discover the unique archaeological museum-reserve Gonio-Apsaros in Batumi, located within the walls of an ancient fortr…
Gonio
Type: settlement (former village)
Admin area: Adjara, City of Batumi (Gonio–Kvariati district)
Coordinates: 41°33′35″N 41°34′20″E (≈ 41.55972, 41.57222)
Location: left bank of the Chorokhi River, Black Sea coast
Status: popular seaside resort
Elevation: ~30 m
From Batumi city center: ~12 km
Population: 2,886 (2002)
Earliest settlement: 8th–7th centuries BC (archaeological evidence)
Landmark: Gonio–Apsaros Fortress (Roman fortification, 1st century AD)
Near the border: about 4 km north of Turkey
Time zone: UTC+4
Currency: Georgian lari (GEL)
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FAQ — frequently asked questions
What is the distance to Gonio from Batumi?
The distance from Gonio to Batumi is 11 kilometers in a straight line, 13.3 kilometers along the pedestrian route, 13.3 kilometers along the highway.
What is the distance to Gonio from Tbilisi?
The distance from Gonio to Tbilisi is 268 kilometers in a straight line, 377.8 kilometers along the pedestrian route, 374.4 kilometers along the highway.
Where is Gonio?
Gonio is located on the Black Sea coast of Georgia, 14 kilometers south of the city of Batumi, in the Khelvachauri municipality, Adjara. This is a resort village known for its beaches and historical sites.