According to archaeological findings, Telavi has been inhabited since the Bronze Age and was developed into a significant political and administrative town in the centre of the Kakheti region. Telavi is a fascinating place for architecture and design nerds. Since its existence, Kaktetian Kings, Russian Tsars, Romans and Georgian monarchs have all left their architectural marks.

Among its more famous attractions are the old fortress walls (Dzveli Galavani), the fortress of the lord (Batonis Tsikhe) and a 900-year old sycamore tree.