Travel Guide Telavi

What could be better than combining culture and the pleasure of the senses? In the heart of the wine country, Telavi is an excellent base to visit the wine cellars in the area, the major tourist sites and national parks, or you can visit the city and its surroundings in a big day from Tiblisi. On the foothills of the Great Caucasus overlooking the Alazania Valley, the city offers a superb panorama. It is a small town" of human size" where one walks on foot. In the alleys of the old town, the houses have balconies typical of the region. Telavi is worth a stop to visit Batonis Tsikhe. Dating from the 16th century, it was the palace of Irakli II (1720-1798), ruler of Kartlie-Kakhetia, famous for having united these two kingdoms. Although small, the palace is nevertheless worth a visit. It is always interesting to discover buildings characterized by the refinement of Persian architecture in the heart of Georgia. This palace represents a great chapter in the history of the country. Telavi is located 160 km from Tbilisi. You can visit the city and the Alaverdi Cathedral in one day. Two or three more days are needed to better explore its surroundings, the wine cellars and the tourist towns of Signaghi. From Telavi, you can continue - if it is summer - your journey to explore the spectacular scenery of the Tushetia region! The tourist office in Telavi offers an excellent service, and the town has a good hotel park and an excellent tourist infrastructure. Please note that many hotels and guest houses are closed in low season.