These 2 Mysterious Rivers In Georgia Flow Parallely But Do Not Mix, Legend Behind It Is Equally Baffling!

By Shreyangi Singh

There are end number of stories behind Aragvi river in Georgia.The flows of two rivers do not mix up and look as a black-white stream. This magical phenomenon gave rise to many legends but if scientifically ,it is a white and Black rivers having different densities and temperatures. The development of surface tension, like a thin wall, prevents water from mixing.

Apart from this scientific theory, Aragvi river gave rise to many legends. As we say there is always a back story for everything, here in Georgia they do have many mysteries and hidden secrets from centuries related to Aragvi river. Some of these mysteries are still unknown and those that are known will definitely touch your heart. So let's unfold them.

 Aragvi river in Georgia

Two sister's love story
According to the local legend, the two rivers are sisters named blonde and brunette who fell in love with one and the same brave knight. As legend says, there were two sisters, one with blonde hair and another with black. They both loved the same knight, famous for his bravery and skill. Knight chose the blond sister to marry, so the black-haired one jumped into the gorge to not to interfere with her sister's happiness.

Story of Tamar and Lasha
Centuries ago, there lived two lovers whose destinies were bound by love as curly as the river's ever-changing course. Their names were Tamar and Lasha, and their story unfolded like a haunting melody in the heart of this land.

Tamar was the daughter of a nobleman in the nearby village. She was known throughout the region for her grace and beauty.

Lasha, on the other hand, was a humble shepherd who tended his flock in the rolling meadows along the riverbanks His love for Tamar was a secret whispered only to the silent stars that watched over the Georgian nights. Tamar's family had promised her hand to a wealthy suitor from a distant village. When Tamar's father revealed this heart-wrenching news, to her then he and Tamar decided to escape from the grasp of their families.

Their journey along the Aragvi was fraught with danger, just as their love had been. But as their love story reached its pinnacle, a tragic twist awaited them. An unexpected storm descended upon the Aragvi, unleashing its fury upon the river. In this chaos, Tamar and Lasha's small boat overturned, and the merciless currents claimed their lives.

Rivers Said To Have Healing Properties
It is also believed that this river also possess healing properties. It is said that on moonlit nights, the waters take on a luminescent glow, and those who immerse themselves in its embrace are granted renewed vitality and inner peace.

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