The oldest building on Rustaveli Avenue constructed in 1868 as the palace for the imperial governor-general in the Caucasus is Vorontsov Palace . It was erected on the place of the former palace of the governor-general and partially preserved it. The style of the palace is a palazzo of the Renaissance epoch. It is imposing and constrained, impressive, graceful and aristocratic in the finest sense of the word. The building was both for everyday life of Vorotsov family and the routine work of the governor-general: business meetings, official ceremonies, dinners, balls and so forth. Hence the considerable size of the palace, carefully thought over planning and the variety of interiors. Spacious halls alternate with smart suites, cozy drawing rooms and strict working rooms. The palace is surrounded by a magnificent garden unique in its variety of flora. |
