Landmarks

Ilia Chavchavadze

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Statue of the writer and public figure Ilia Chavchavadze on Rustaveli Avenue, beside the Batumi State Theater.

Facts checked· 20 Oct 2026

The statue of Ilia Chavchavadze stands at 1 Rustaveli Avenue, next to the Batumi State Theater and close to Miracle Park. It shows the 19th-century Georgian writer, publisher and public figure seated with his arms resting on his knees, inside a circular frame.

Chavchavadze is widely known in Georgia as the Father of the Nation. The monument has no entrance fee, and reviewers describe a quiet spot for photos that fits easily into a walking tour of the city.

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Google Maps listing of the venue, consulted on 20 October 2026.

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Ilia Chavchavadze
1 Shota Rustaveli Street