National Park
Machakhela National Park
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Machakhela National Park covers Khelvachauri Municipality and is located at an average altitude of 300-350 m above sea level. The purpose of its creation is to preserve the unique biological and landscape biodiversity and long-term protection of the Colchian forest ecosystem. The administrative and visitor centers are located in the center of the village of Adjarasagharti, Khelvachauri Municipality.
95% of the park's territory is occupied by chestnut, beech, hornbeam and alder forests. Relict and rare species such as Colchis box, chestnut, Colchis hazelnut, Georgian walnut, Hungarian oak, linden, elm, etc. also grow here. There are three hiking trails integrated with the park.