Tbilisi moves to its own unmistakable rhythm: narrow old-town lanes, the scent of fresh bread, glasses clinking on terraces and evening light over the Kura. Now the capital is taking a step to make getting around even easier. Mayor Kakhi Kaladze has announced the introduction of yellow box markings at city intersections.
What does that mean in practice? At a municipal government meeting, the mayor explained that drivers may enter the marked zone only if they can leave it immediately. If traffic has built up ahead and there is no way to clear the junction, drivers should wait their turn before the box. The rule is simple and clear, and it helps keep cross traffic moving.
Kaladze stressed that yellow boxes are an internationally proven way to reduce congestion. For travelers, that is welcome news: whether you take a taxi, book a transfer or rent a car to see the city and then head out across the country, the ride between sights may become smoother. If you are behind the wheel, remember the key rule: enter an intersection only when you are sure you can clear it.
Another piece of news makes a Georgian trip more pleasant. The government price-monitoring portal eKalata has launched mobile apps for iOS and Android. Users can compare supermarket prices in real time, build a virtual shopping basket, calculate potential savings and find the nearest store branches through interactive geolocation. The platform now tracks 16 retail chains and the prices of 13 basic food products, including bread, dairy, eggs and grains. It is handy if you are staying in an apartment and want to stock up for a picnic on the way to the mountains or a winery.
Finally, a moment of national pride: Tato Grigalashvili (under 81 kg) brought Georgia its first gold of the 2026 World Championships in Baku, becoming a four-time world judo champion. His final against Zelim Tskaev was scoreless in regular time and went into a grueling golden score, with both athletes carrying two shido penalties. That determination is part of the Georgian spirit, and visitors feel it in every toast and every warm welcome.
Georgia is a country where tradition goes hand in hand with efforts to make life easier for guests and locals alike. Ready to see it for yourself? Build your journey with the YourGeorgia.travel route planner and set off to discover Tbilisi and all of Georgia.