Dzalisi

Dzalisi, located in the Mukhrani valley of Georgia, is a historically significant village with notable archaeological findings. Once known as Zalissa by Ptolemy, this site was among the principal towns of the ancient Georgian kingdom of Iberia. The archaeological digs at Dzalisi have unearthed the remains of four palaces, hypocaust baths, an acropolis, a swimming pool, an administrative area, and barracks for soldiers. A sophisticated water supply system and burial grounds have also been discovered. The site is particularly renowned for its intricate floor mosaics dating to around 300 CE, depicting a banquet scene with Ariadne and Dionysus. These mosaics are among the oldest found in the Caucasus region, highlighting the site's cultural and historical importance.