From the surrounding beauty and strangeness, there is a feeling of European abroad, however, the reality is post-Soviet: the cabin of the funicular is old, peeling, and although the view is pleasant, However, be prepared that, as in a Moscow minibus, you will not be taken until enough people gather both above and below to fill the trailers (at least 6 people each).
During the day, when there are few people willing, you have to wait quite a long time, but there are no benches provided.
A Soviet-era cable car. In 2024, the fare was raised - 3 lari. (they only accept cash). It's worth a ride just to remember childhood. There's an amusement park upstairs.