Abkhazia - Wikipedia
WEBAbkhazia [n 1] (/ æ b ˈ k ɑː z i ə / ⓘ ab-KAH-zee-ə), [6] officially the Republic of Abkhazia, [n 2] is a partially recognised state in the South Caucasus, on the eastern coast of the Black Sea, at the intersection of Eastern Europe and Western Asia. It covers 8,665 square kilometres (3,346 sq mi) and has a population of around 245,000.
Demographics of Abkhazia - Wikipedia
WEBThe population of Abkhazia remains ethnically very diverse, even after the 1992–1993 War. As of 2011 the population of Abkhazia is made up of ethnic Abkhaz (50.71%), Georgians (mostly Mingrelians) (17.93%), Hamshemin Armenians …
Abkhazia | History, Map, & Recognition | Britannica
WEBJul 25, 2024 · Abkhazia, autonomous republic in northwestern Georgia that formally declared independence in 1999. Only a few countries—most notably Russia, which has a military presence in Abkhazia—recognize its independence.
People and culture of Abkhazia | Abkhaz World
WEBFrom the earliest of times, a distinctive culture began evolving in Abkhazia. The warmth and mildness of the climate and the fertility of the land had defined the Abkhaz way of life. Thus, the ancient Abkhaz were mainly preoccupied with farming, cattle breeding, hunting, fishing and handicrafts.
Abkhazia profile - BBC News
WEBAug 28, 2023 · Abkhazia profile. Situated in the north-western corner of Georgia with the Black Sea to the south-west and the Caucasus mountains and Russia to the north-east, Abkhazia was once known as a...
Home | Discover Abkhazia
WEBBrowse through our information to learn about Abkhazia's culture, history, geography, and more. Try your tongue at one of the hardest languages in the world by visiting our language page, where you can access phrases, quizzes and audiobooks.
Abkhazia - Wikiwand
WEBIn April 2008, a Russian MiG – prohibited from Georgian airspace, including Abkhazia – shot down a Georgian. Abkhazia, officially the Republic of Abkhazia, is a partially recognised state in the South Caucasus, on the eastern …
Picking Up The Pieces Of Abkhazia's Latest Political Crisis
WEBJan 14, 2020 · The de facto president of the self-declared republic of Abkhazia, a breakaway region of Georgia whose independence is recognized only by Russia and a few others, has stepped down amid sometimes...
Abkhazia profile - Overview - BBC News
WEBAug 27, 2015 · Situated in the north-western corner of Georgia with the Black Sea to the south-west and the Caucasus mountains and Russia to the north-east, Abkhazia was once known as a prime holiday...
Abkhazians | Who are they? - AbkhazWorld
WEBAbkhazia, Apsny – this is a mini-republic on the Black Sea coast of the Caucasus. Its native inhabitants are the Abkhazians – Apsua, representing, although not a numerous but yet a very ancient, active, mountain nation whose history is a mystery in many ways.