Rich Armenian cultural heritage of Kakheti, Georgia

Armenians living in Kakheti had a very rich cultural heritage consisting of dozens of churches, schools, khachkars, homes and mansions, etc.

In the 19th century Armenians formed the majority of the population in the regions urban centers. Almost the entire area of trade and most advanced crafts were in the hands of Armenians, while the Georgians were soldiers and farmers (This region was attacked every 2 seconds, which is why if you go there now almost every village has a castle or tower attached to it).

The majority of the Armenian population was Georgian speaking, but self identified as Armenian and belonged to the Armenian apostolic church.