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Tbilisi, Georgia

The best word to describe Eastern Europe would be “eclectic.” It’s a unique blend of both Eastern and Western architectural styles and designs. Saint Petersburg in Russia comes to mind if you’re interested in experiencing this mix for yourself. However, a more budget-friendly option comes in the form of Tbilisi in Georgia. It has all the eccentricities of traditional Eastern European architecture but is perhaps more friendly than other cities of its kind. With its rugged charm and bustling nightlife, it’s a great place to visit. It is widely called "Little Switzerland", and it's easy to see why.

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Some notable points of interest include the concert hall, the various synagogues and mosques, and of course the ruins of the old Zoroastrian fire temple, which looks and sounds as if it were ripped straight from a dark fantasy novel a la The Witcher.