Getting There
You can use train, public transport, hire a taxi, or private car.
What to Expect
The collections of the Museum consist of over 45,000 items, some of which date back to the original Palace collection expropriated in 1919. They represent thousands of years of history and include several utterly unique pieces, such as Napoleon Bonaparte’s death mask and a garment traditionally believed to have been worn by the Virgin Mary.
History
The first attempt to establish a Dadiani Palace Museum in Zugdidi occurred during the brief period of the Georgian Democratic Republic. In January 1919, the Parliament of the fledgling Republic passed a law making the state the legal owner of expropriated royal family property. In December of the same year, two members of the constitutional convention inspected the Dadiani Palace (the Queen’s Palace)in Zugdidi to identify items of historical value to ship to Tbilisi. Items were cataloged, and selected pieces were shipped to Tbilisi.
Facilities Available
Working hours: Every day, except Monday.
