Akhmeta
Akhmeta (Georgian: ახმეტა) is a town in Kakheti (Georgia) and is the administrative centre of Akhmeta Municipality. It's situated on the left side of Alazani, close to the Pankisi Gorge. The town is situated at 567m. In 1966, it received the status of Kalaki.
On January 31, 1812, the villagers of this town revolted against the Russians and sparked a massive uprising all across Kakheti.
See also
References
- ^ "Population by regions". National Statistics Office of Georgia. Retrieved 28 April 2024.
- ^ The Russian conquest of the Caucasus.
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