A distinctive new Marriage House will be built in Mestia Municipality. The project was officially launched with a groundbreaking ceremony during which the Minister of Justice, Paata Salia, together with the State Governor of Samegrelo–Zemo Svaneti, representatives of the Ministry of Justice, and local government officials, placed a symbolic capsule at the construction site.
Designed by a Georgian architect, the Mestia Marriage House reflects the distinctive architectural heritage of Svaneti while harmoniously blending with the region's unique natural landscape.
The project has already received international recognition. Its architectural concept won two prestigious international design awards: the Japan International Design Award in Tokyo in the category Best Iconic Architecture Inspired by the Country's Historical Heritage, and the Rome Design Award in the Conceptual Design category.
The new Marriage House will enhance the availability of public services in the region while further strengthening Mestia's position as an international tourist destination. In addition to Georgian citizens, the facility will offer marriage registration services to foreign nationals, creating new opportunities for wedding tourism and contributing to the region's tourism sector.
The project is fully aligned with the Government's regional development policy and aims to create modern public infrastructure that provides citizens with accessible, high-quality, and convenient services.
The Marriage House will be located on Revaz Margiani Street in Mestia, named after the renowned Georgian poet. The new building will also accommodate the Revaz Margiani House Museum, adding an important cultural dimension to the project.
The ceremony was attended by Deputy Minister of Justice Lana Morgoshia, Chairman of the House of Justice Vakhtang Zhvania, and representatives of the local authorities.