Telavi

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Telavi, Georgia - JUNE 15, 2018: Ikalto Monastery. a famous Historic site in Telavi, Kakheti, Georgia.
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The Italko Monastery, 15km South-West of Telavi, in the 6th century was founded by Senon, one of the 13 Syrian missionaries. The original church dates back to the 8th century, but the church as seen today is from the 11th century with beautiful frescos on the inside. The monastery complex is enclosed by a wall and also houses 2 chapels and the ruins of monastery buildings.
Dzweli Shuamta or "Old" Shua Mta is located West of Telavi, Kakheti, consists of 3 small churches and was founded by one of the 13 Syrian Missionaries in the 6th century. This ensemble lost its importance when the new monastery , Akhali Shuamta, 3 km closer to Telavi, was founded in the 16th century.
Hotel Qvevrebi

Hotel Qvevrebi

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Shalauri Telavi Kakheti
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Tsinandali Estate, a Radisson Collection Hotel

Tsinandali Estate, a Radisson Collection Hotel

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Tsinandali Village Telavi Kakheti
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lagidze 9 Telavi Kakheti
The price is CA $38 per night from Mar 24 to Mar 25
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Mar 24 - Mar 25
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Luxury Villa in Alazani Valley Residence

Luxury Villa in Alazani Valley Residence

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Village Nasamkhrali Telavi Kakheti
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Hotel Horizont Telavi

Hotel Horizont Telavi

2.5 out of 5
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The Italko Monastery, 15km South-West of Telavi, in the 6th century was founded by Senon, one of the 13 Syrian missionaries. The original church dates back to the 8th century, but the church as seen today is from the 11th century with beautiful frescos on the inside. The monastery complex is enclosed by a wall and also houses 2 chapels and the ruins of monastery buildings.

Ikalto Monastery

Find out about the history of Ikalto when you take a trip to Ikalto Monastery. Amble around the area's forest or visit its cathedral.

Ikalto Monastery

Lopota Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lopota Lake during your travels in Napareuli. Discover the area's waterfalls and churches.

Lopota Lake

Batonis Castle

You can find out about the history of Telavi with a trip to Batonis Castle. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its cathedral.

Batonis Castle

Akhali Shuamta

Find out about the history of Telavi when you take a trip to Akhali Shuamta. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its cathedral.

Akhali Shuamta

Schuchmann Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Schuchmann Winery during your travels to Telavi. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its cathedral.

Schuchmann Winery

Château Mere

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Château Mere during your travels to Telavi. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its cathedral.

Château Mere

Things to do

Kakheti: Bodbe (Monastery), Sighnaghi

Kakheti: Bodbe, Sighnaghi, Telavi Wine Tour from Tbilisi

CA $27
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Kakheti: Bodbe, Sighnaghi, Telavi Wine Tour from Tbilisi
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Kakheti;City of Love Sighnaghi, Bodbe. KTW. Wine House Group tour

CA $22
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Kakheti;City of Love Sighnaghi, Bodbe. KTW. Wine House Group tour
Whole day Wine Tour to Kakheti from Tbilisi

Whole day Wine Tour to Kakheti from Tbilisi

CA $41
per adult
Whole day Wine Tour to Kakheti from Tbilisi
From Tbilisi Magical Kakheti – Sighnaghi, Bodbe & Chronicles Tour

From Tbilisi Magical Kakheti – Sighnaghi, Bodbe & Chronicles Tour

CA $23
per adult
From Tbilisi Magical Kakheti – Sighnaghi, Bodbe & Chronicles Tour
Kakheti Vineyard Lore and Natural Beauty Expedition

Kakheti Vineyard Lore and Natural Beauty Expedition

CA $32
per adult
Kakheti Vineyard Lore and Natural Beauty Expedition
Tbilisi Day Trip: Bodbe Monastery & Chronicles of Georgia

Tbilisi Day Trip: Bodbe Monastery & Chronicles of Georgia

CA $32
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Tbilisi Day Trip: Bodbe Monastery & Chronicles of Georgia
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Cities near Telavi

Alaverdi Monastery is situated 20km North-West of Telavi. The 56m high St. Georges Cathedral was built in the 11th century and was the highest building in whole Georgia at its time. The dimensions also today are impressive.

Akhmeta

Walk by Georgian-Azerbaijan boder in David Gareji is great. We've been there at the end of May, as we've been warned it's the most rainy season in this region. There was a rain but it didn't change how epic this place was.

Sagarejo