About us
Saarako is an open-air ethnographic museum, created with deep respect for the past and inspired by living cultural heritage. Here, history comes alive in every building, every sound, and every glance, while the atmosphere of old Georgia becomes part of the present.
On the museum grounds, visitors will find authentic Georgian buildings brought from different parts of the country. Each structure is over a century old and has undergone careful restoration. Skilled craftsmen have delicately recreated the architectural elements, preserving unique details, shapes, and ornaments. These houses are witnesses of time, carrying the spirit and character of traditional life.
Visitors to Saarako can explore rare collections of household items that reveal how Georgian families lived in past eras. Surrounded by old objects, traditional interiors, and a unique atmosphere, guests feel a powerful connection to their roots and to the living flow of history.
The site also features a contact zoo with special Georgian endemic animals that reflect the country’s natural wealth. It’s a place where people can do more than observe — they can feel the harmony between humans, nature, and culture.
Tradition comes to life at Saarako. The museum hosts themed festivals, theatrical performances, national dances, and musical programs. Staff and volunteers dressed in traditional Georgian attire create a truly immersive atmosphere where every detail is carefully thought out.
A highlight of the experience is the wine and traditional food tastings, prepared according to ancient recipes. Here, guests can savor authentic flavors and feel the warmth of hospitality for which Georgia is famous around the world.
For those who want to take part, Saarako offers workshops led by experienced masters. Visitors can learn national dances and choreography, bake traditional bread, make khinkali, churchkhela, wine, and khachapuri. There are also pottery lessons and introductions to the basics of ancient Georgian script.
The cultural program includes readings and stories about outstanding Georgian figures, their ideas, and their works. Legends, myths, and oral histories passed down through generations are brought to life, each one carrying wisdom, strength, and the unique poetry of life.
The park is divided into thematic zones, each reflecting the traditions of a particular region of the country. Architecture, crafts, music, and culinary traditions blend harmoniously here, forming a single living map of Georgian culture.
With its opening, Saarako will host special weekday activities and weekend performances. The schedule is filled with live events, educational programs, and festive shows that make each visit truly special.
Saarako is a place where the past gives meaning to the present. It’s a space of inspiration, joy, and harmony. Everyone who comes here takes with them a piece of history, warm emotions, and memories that last for years to come.