Discover the rich history and authentic atmosphere of Sheki, Azerbaijan on a historical and architectural tour. Explore medieval monuments, narrow streets with red tile houses, and ruins of ancient churches and monasteries.
Discover the rich history and authentic atmosphere of Sheki, Azerbaijan on a historical and architectural tour. Explore medieval monuments, narrow streets with red tile houses, and ruins of ancient churches and monasteries.
- Diri Baba Mausoleum - En route, explore the Diri Baba Mausoleum located in Maraza village. This two-story mosque from the 15th century is steeped in local legend, with residents believing that a revered figure named Diri Baba was interred here and remained incorruptible.
- Juma Mosque - During the journey, make a stop at the Shamakhi Juma…
- Diri Baba Mausoleum - En route, explore the Diri Baba Mausoleum located in Maraza village. This two-story mosque from the 15th century is steeped in local legend, with residents believing that a revered figure named Diri Baba was interred here and remained incorruptible.
- Juma Mosque - During the journey, make a stop at the Shamakhi Juma Mosque, constructed in 743, making it the oldest known mosque in the Caucasus region. The Juma Mosque (743 AD) is a popular tourist attraction frequently visited by travelers.
- Yeddi Gumbaz Mausoleum - The name of the Yeddi Gumbaz monument is derived from the number of gravestones in the crypt. Today, these gravestones resemble partially destroyed stone domes, appearing to emerge from the ground in a deserted graveyard, lending a slightly mysterious atmosphere to the area.
- Church of Kish - For those interested in history predating the khanate period, the Kish Albanian Church offers a remarkable visual example. Situated in the village of Kish, about 5 km north of Sheki, this religious site has served variously as a Caucasian Albanian Apostolic church and a Chalcedonian church with the Georgian church. The current church structure dates back to the 12th century.
- Sheki Khan’s Palace - Built in 1762, Sheki Khan’s Palace served as the administrative center for the King of Sheki. Remarkably, no nails or glue were used in its construction. The palace features windows crafted in a unique style known as Shebeke, with each square window comprising up to 5,000 pieces of multi-colored glass mosaics. This stunning two-story palace, with its magnificent interior and exterior, is sure to captivate visitors.
- Karvansaray - Following the visit to Sheki Khan’s Palace, the next stop is the Shaki Caravanserai. Historically, caravanserais served as roadside inns for travelers, particularly traders journeying between the East and West in caravans. Visitors are invited to enter through the grand wooden doors and explore the elegant building and its inner courtyard.

- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Taxi Fee to Kish Albanian Church
- Professional Personal Driver
- Entrance tickets to Sheki Khan Palace & Church of Kish in Sheki
- Private Transportation
- Professional English Speaking Tour Guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Taxi Fee to Kish Albanian Church
- Professional Personal Driver
- Entrance tickets to Sheki Khan Palace & Church of Kish in Sheki
- Private Transportation
- Professional English Speaking Tour Guide
- Personal Expenses
- Meals
- Personal Expenses
- Meals
Sheki city boasts a vibrant history, offering a genuine experience of an authentic Azerbaijani town. In addition to its many historical and architectural sites, visitors delight in wandering through the narrow streets lined with quaint houses, renowned for their red tiles and intricately carved wooden gates. The area surrounding Sheki is home to…
Sheki city boasts a vibrant history, offering a genuine experience of an authentic Azerbaijani town. In addition to its many historical and architectural sites, visitors delight in wandering through the narrow streets lined with quaint houses, renowned for their red tiles and intricately carved wooden gates. The area surrounding Sheki is home to numerous medieval architectural monuments that have survived through the ages. These include fortresses, watchtowers, churches, and the remnants of monasteries from the era of Caucasian Albania.
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