Our Goals
Lomeki aims to support the protection and preservation of Khevi’s cultural heritage in its authentic form, in compliance with applicable legislation.
Advocating for heritage protection and raising public awareness about its significance.
Researching cultural heritage monuments and promoting research in the fields of art history, archaeology, history, source studies, regional studies, antiquities studies, and archival document retrieval, among others.
Our Goals
Lomeki is dedicated to protecting our rich cultural heritage. We believe that preserving cultural heritage sites and artifacts is essential to promoting greater understanding and appreciation of our shared history and achievements. Through our work, we seek to inspire people everywhere to learn more about their cultural heritage and work to protect it for future generations.
Our History
Since 2017, Lomeki has published numerous significant works about the cultural monuments of Khevi. The organization established two ethnographic festivals, “Gaibotnoba” and “Truso”, aimed at raising awareness about the restoration and rehabilitation of cultural heritage sites.
Lomeki is actively engaged in preserving the unique cultural and natural heritage of the Truso Valley:
Since 2021, Lomeki has focused on the enforcement of the Truso Valley Protected Landscape law. This involves raising public interest in the challenges facing the valley, increasing awareness among local communities and stakeholders, and promoting their active involvement.
Environmental Initiatives: Lomeki actively participates in discussions of project documentation for hydropower plants and large infrastructure projects under the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) procedures outlined in the Environmental Assessment Code.
On November 16, 2023, at the Community Leaders Forum, Lomeki won the “Best Community Initiative” category. The forum is organized annually by the Center for Strategic Research and Development of Georgia (CSRDG) to support community organizations and create a platform for sharing experiences and fostering dialogue among activists in Georgia.
Lomeki and Heritage Platform
Since 2023, Lomeki is member of the network "Heritage Platform" which unites organizations working in the field of cultural heritage protection, and within the framework of the mentioned cooperation in 2023 a two-day expedition was jointly organized in Truso valley, as a result, the report and recommendations of the expedition were shared with Lomeki.
Save Truso
Digitalization and Inventory of Cultural Heritage of Truso
The project’s overall objective is to save the historical heritage and the natural landscape of the Truso valley by highlighting its significance, engaging professionals, and advocating for the government to take more effective steps to manage and protect the land.
Kazbegi Tourist Map GE
Kazbegi Tourist Map EN
Kazbegi Guidebook
Truso Gorge Guide 2023
Truso Gorge Booklet
Truso Gorge Guide 2020
Publications Published by Lomeki
Our Mission
Lomeki's mission is to research and promote the cultural heritage of Khevi, study historical toponyms, and advocate for their restoration, as well as revive and popularize forgotten local traditions.
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Facilitating the enforcement of field-specific legislation at the local level: Law of Georgia on Cultural Heritage;
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Supporting the protection and documentation of cultural heritage;
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Cataloging and classifying cultural heritage with the aim of requesting the assignment of official status in the future;
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Participation in the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) procedures as outlined by the Environmental Assessment Code;
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Encouraging public participation in the decision-making process;
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Contributing to the development of policy documents;
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Engaging in activities related to climate change issues.
