Foreign Kartvelology originates from ancient times, while research work of Kartvelological issues dates back to XVII-XVIII centuries. The Georgian Language and Georgian literature with its rich traditions have been the research object of special interest to foreigners. Nowadays, Kartvelology Centers do large-scale and productive work, where Foreign Kartvelologists conduct scientific study of Georgian language and literature, history, culture, art etc. Their work is closely related to Georgia.

The database "Foreign Kartvelologists" aims to familiarize interested users with the biographies and work of foreigners whose merit in research of Georgian civilization is invaluable and popularize Kartvelological sciences