Likani Palace was built between 1892 and 1895 for Nicholay Mikhailovich, Grand Duke of Russia. Palace is located on the banks of the Kura river, and has an area of approximately 76,000 hectares. Nearby is the town of Borjomi, known for its waters. Villa is an example of Mauritian architecture. For the illumination of the Likani Palace, the a hydroelectric power plant was built in 1898 – the first in the Russian Empire. During the times of the Soviet Union, many of the ruling elite rested here, including Joseph Stalin. After 1991, the palace became a summer residence of the President of Georgia, and since 2016 works as a museum.
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