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Minister of Environmental Protection and Agriculture David Songulashvili Meets with Rangers of Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park.
Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park is one of the largest national parks not only in Georgia but also across Europe, covering a total area of 107,649.10 hectares, and protected by 82 dedicated rangers.
The Minister thanked the rangers for their high-risk work, noting that protected areas are created to preserve the country's unique natural heritage. Therefore, safeguarding these territories is a matter of utmost importance.
During the meeting, the Minister highlighted that the country is currently in a fire-prone season and received detailed information about the rangers’ equipment and working conditions.
Throughout the summer period, rangers operate under a special patrol regime, form dedicated teams, and utilize appropriate firefighting equipment. All rangers have undergone an important specialized training.
Notably, Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park is adopting a modern system that uses remote technologies for the early detection and monitoring of forest fires. The park administration is equipped with firefighting vehicles and thermal drones.
Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park is one of the most popular destinations for hiking enthusiasts. Its network of tourist trails includes 17 marked and well-maintained paths, offering a wide variety of options for both single-day and multi-day hikes.