City Guide
The Iakob Gogebashvili House Museum in Variani preserves the memory of one of Georgia’s most influential educators and writers. Gogebashvili played a major role in the development of Georgian education and is especially remembered for “Deda Ena” (Mother Tongue), the foundational Georgian-language schoolbook that shaped generations of Georgian children. The museum offers visitors a closer look at his life, work and contribution to Georgian cultural and educational history.
Traveler Tip:
A good short cultural stop for travelers interested in Georgian literature, education and local history.
Fun Fact:
Gogebashvili’s “Deda Ena” became one of the most important educational books in modern Georgian history.