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Wrestling & Chidaoba
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Chidaoba is Georgia's ancient national wrestling form, a UNESCO-recognized intangible cultural heritage.
History in Georgia
Chidaoba (ჭიდაობა) is a traditional Georgian folk wrestling style practiced for over 2,000 years. It is performed at festivals and celebrations wearing traditional costumes.
Established: Ancient (2000+ years)
Achievements
- Multiple Olympic medals in freestyle wrestling
- Chidaoba listed as UNESCO Intangible Heritage
- World Wrestling Championship medalists
Top Athletes
- Giorgi Edisherashvili
- Giorgi Kebadze
- Levan Berianidze
Venues
- National Sport Palace, Tbilisi
- Olympic Wrestling Arena
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