The Georgian capital of Tbilisi is celebrating the annual city festival Tbilisoba 2023 this weekend, with various events planned at different locations in the capital.

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This year’s festival programme includes children’s concerts and attractions, sports activities, musical performances, various decorations and installations, gastronomic and wine festivals, entrepreneurial markets and many other activities at Rike Park, Orbeliani Square and Abanotubani.

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What can I wish for you in today's situation? First, peace, as peace really has no alternative, and also economic development and strengthening, so that people living in this country, in our city are happy", Tbilisi Mayor Kakha Kaladze said, while congratulating “everyone who loves our city” on Tbilisoba.

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As part of the city festival, 26 public figures received the status of an Honorary Citizen of Tbilisi, including people of various professions, artists, doctors, academics, musicians, etc.

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The award ceremony ended with a gala concert of Georgian artists.

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Tbilisoba was first marked in 1979 and soon became one of the country’s spectacular celebrations, traditionally attracting thousands of people and hosting all sorts of events from mid-morning until late in the evening.

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