"East Italy," "the Balcony of Europe." Since its independence in 1991, the Caucasus Republic of Georgia has earned many names. But what country lies behind these labels? And what hidden charms does it hold for the open-minded traveler from the West? Constanze John explores Georgia from its capital Tbilisi in all directions, using public transport or sometimes walking. She travels to monasteries and cathedrals, engages in conversations with long-time locals and a school class in Tbilisi. John also does not miss the small town of Gori, the birthplace of Stalin, on her journey. A trip in search of the soul of Georgia.