Svans in Georgia: Unraveling the Threads of National Identity
What is Svaneti?Svaneti is Georgia’s rugged Caucasus highland region, home to the Svans—an ancient mountain people whose stone towers and living traditions are woven into the nation’s spirit. The Svans are an indigenous community perched high in Georgia’s Greater Caucasus, whose unique language, fortress-homes, and polyphonic music have shaped centuries of Georgian culture. In this […]