Abano, Georgia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Abano
აბანო
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Village of Abano
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 Abano, Georgia
Location in Georgia
Abano, Georgia
Location in Mtskheta-Mtianeti
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| Country | Georgia |
| Region | Mtskheta-Mtianeti |
| Municipality | Kazbegi |
| Community | Kobi |
| Elevation | 2,160 m (7,090 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3 |
| Time zone | UTC+04:00 (Georgia Time) |
Abano (Georgian: აბანო) is a small village in the northern part of Georgia. Its name means "a bath" because of the natural hot springs nearby. These springs are part of the Abano Mineral Lake Natural Monument.
Abano is located in the Kazbegi Municipality, which is in the Mtskheta-Mtianeti region. This region is also called a mkhare, which is like a province in Georgia. The village sits on the left bank of the Tergi River. It is about 28 kilometers (17 miles) away from the town of Stepantsminda.
What Makes Abano Special?
Abano is known for its interesting history and natural features.
Hot Springs and Nature
The village gets its name from the warm water springs found there. These springs are a natural wonder. They are part of the Abano Mineral Lake Natural Monument. This area is great for exploring nature.
Ancient Towers
In Abano, you can still see old combat towers. These towers were built in the 17th century, which is a very long time ago! They were used for defense and protection. They show us how people lived and protected themselves centuries ago.
