============================== GEORGIA ============================== Georgia is a republic in the southwest of the former USSR, occupying the central and western parts of the Caucasus. Almost 40% of the country is covered with forests. Agriculture is the main occupation, especially tea cultivation and fruit growing. It is rich in minerals and has many industries. Georgia declared itself independent in 1991. Area (Sq. Km.): 69,700 Population: 5,167,000 Capital: Tbilisi Language: Georgian Russian Religion: Not recorded Government Type: In transition Money: Rouble Embassy: None Not a member of the CIS «»«»«»«»«»«»«»«»«»«»«»«»«»«»«» Foreign Office Advice: Normal care and precautions should be taken. For more information ring: Foreign Office Travel Unit 0171-270-4129