What to Do in Telavi, Telavi, Georgia (B)

The Kakheti region, located on the east side of the country, is often called Georgia’s wine county, making it a popular destination for day trips from Tbilisi. Whether you want to visit wineries, explore ancient cities and fortifications, or stroll town regional cities, Kakheti has plenty of sights and natural wonders to visit. And this post focuses on what to do in Telavi around all those activities and landmarks to see around the capital.

Throughout history, Georgia has been the epicenter of many invasions because of its great geographical location. However, the main focus was on Kakheti as it is closer to the Middle East. Due to this, the landmarks of its original state are rare, and inscriptions on those sights convey how important this area used to be both culturally and historically.

The capital, Telavi, is one of the oldest towns in the region. Scholars believe that the first settlement in this area dates back to the Late Bronze Age. The heyday of the town and the whole region was during the rule of King Erekle II. Telavi grew as an important cultural, industrial, and strategic city. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).