# Keda Municipality - URL: https://explore-georgia.ge/en/municipalities/keda-municipality - Type: municipality - Region: Adjara - Official website: https://keda.gov.ge ## History Keda Municipality is a mountainous valley municipality in Adjara, southwest Georgia, shaped by the Acharistsqali river gorge. Its administrative centre is **Keda**, an urban-type settlement located near the confluence of the Acharistsqali and Akavreta rivers at about **256 m** above sea level. ### From ancient traces to medieval heritage Georgian Travel Guide notes that the area preserves traces of human life dating back to ancient times, including Bronze Age and ancient-period sites, while the medieval layer is visible in castles and arched bridges. ### Keda as a trade crossroads and local museum tradition Georgia’s official tourism portal describes Keda as one of the more developed trade centres in ancient times and highlights the local history museum as a key place to learn about the region. ### Geography: borders, river corridor, and climate Keda borders Khelvachauri, Kobuleti and Shuakhevi, and it has a **~17 km** border with Turkey to the south. Adjara’s main river, the **Acharistsqali**, flows for about **42 km** through the municipality. The gorge has Mediterranean subtropical features, becoming more humid with elevation (around **1500 mm** annual rainfall). ### Settlement structure and winemaking identity Administratively, Keda Municipality has **10 communities** and **63 villages**, with Keda as the only urban-type settlement. Visit Ajara also describes Keda as a centre of Adjaran winemaking, mentioning local grape diversity and well-known varieties such as Chkhaveri and Tsolikauri. --- ## FAQ 1. **Where is Keda Municipality located?** Keda Municipality is in southwest Georgia, in the Autonomous Republic of Adjara. 2. **What is the administrative centre of Keda Municipality?** The administrative centre is the urban-type settlement of Keda. 3. **How many villages and communities does Keda Municipality have?** Keda Municipality is divided into 10 communities and includes 63 villages. 4. **Which river flows through Keda Municipality?** The main river is the Acharistsqali, which crosses the valley from east to west. 5. **Does Keda have a border with Turkey?** Yes, Keda Municipality has an approximately 17 km border with Turkey to the south. 6. **What is Keda known for in tourism?** Keda is known for mountain landscapes, castles and arched bridges, and winemaking traditions. 7. **Where can I find official information about the municipality?** Official information is available on Keda Municipality’s official website. --- ## Sources - [Keda Municipality — official website](https://keda.gov.ge/) - [Georgia Travel — Keda](https://georgia.travel/villages/keda) - [Georgian Travel Guide — Keda](https://georgiantravelguide.com/en/keda) - [Wikipedia — Keda Municipality](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Keda_Municipality) - [Wikipedia — Keda, Georgia (coordinates)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Keda,_Georgia) - [Visit Ajara — Keda (winemaking)](https://visitajara.com/en/mountainous-ajara/1) ## Settlements - [Abuketa](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/abuketa): Discover Abuketa, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Agota](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/agota): Discover Agota, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Akho](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/akho): Discover Akho, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Akutsa](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/akutsa): Discover Akutsa, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Arsenauli](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/arsenauli): Discover Arsenauli, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Baladzeebi](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/baladzeebi): Discover Baladzeebi, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Chalakhmela](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/chalakhmela): Discover Chalakhmela, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Chetkidzeebi](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/chetkidzeebi): Discover Chetkidzeebi, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Chinkadzeebi](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/chinkadzeebi): Discover Chinkadzeebi, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Dandalo](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/dandalo): Discover Dandalo, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. 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View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Gogiashvilebi](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/gogiashvilebi): Discover Gogiashvilebi, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Goginidzeebi](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/goginidzeebi): Discover Goginidzeebi, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Gulebi](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/gulebi): Discover Gulebi, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Gundauri](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/gundauri): Discover Gundauri, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Inasharidzeebi](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/inasharidzeebi): Discover Inasharidzeebi, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Jalabashvilebi](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/jalabashvilebi): Discover Jalabashvilebi, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Kantauri](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/kantauri): Discover Kantauri, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Keda](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/keda): Discover Keda, a town in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Kharaula](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/kharaula): Discover Kharaula, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. 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View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Kuchula](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/kuchula): Discover Kuchula, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Kvashta](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/kvashta): Discover Kvashta, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Kveda Agara](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/kveda-agara): Discover Kveda Agara, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Kveda Bzubzu](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/kveda-bzubzu): Discover Kveda Bzubzu, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Kveda Makhuntseti](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/kveda-makhuntseti): Discover Kveda Makhuntseti, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Medzibna](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/medzibna): Discover Medzibna, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Merisi](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/merisi): Discover Merisi, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Milisi](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/milisi): Discover Milisi, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. 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View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Sikhalidzeebi](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/sikhalidzeebi): Discover Sikhalidzeebi, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Silibauri](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/silibauri): Discover Silibauri, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Sirabidzeebi](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/sirabidzeebi): Discover Sirabidzeebi, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Takidzeebi](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/takidzeebi): Discover Takidzeebi, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Tibeta](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/tibeta): Discover Tibeta, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Tskhemna](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/tskhemna): Discover Tskhemna, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Tskhmorisi](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/tskhmorisi): Discover Tskhmorisi, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Tsoniarisi](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/tsoniarisi): Discover Tsoniarisi, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Uchkhiti](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/uchkhiti): Discover Uchkhiti, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Vaio](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/vaio): Discover Vaio, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Varjanisi](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/varjanisi): Discover Varjanisi, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Zeda Agara](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/zeda-agara): Discover Zeda Agara, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. - [Zeda Bzubzu](https://explore-georgia.ge/en/adjara/keda-municipality/zeda-bzubzu): Discover Zeda Bzubzu, a village in Keda Municipality, Adjara. 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View location, basic details and map on Explore Georgia. ## This page in other languages - [Georgian](https://explore-georgia.ge/ka/municipalitetebi/keda-municipality) - [Russian](https://explore-georgia.ge/ru/municipalitety/keda-municipality)