Itinerary
- Gosha Gala Tower: Double Gates of Old City
- Sheki: Sheki city
- Palace of Shaki Khans: Sheki Khan's Palace
- Church of Kish: Albanian Church in Kish Village
- Sheki Fortress: Sheki Fortress
- Church of Kish: Albanian church
- Caravanserai of Sheki city
Includes
- short history of building and area
- profesional local tour guide
- Landing and facility fees
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- conversation
- Fuel surcharge
- We will transfer you to the restaurant in Sheki city
- Entry / Admission - Sheki Khan Palace
- Entry/Admission - Diribaba Mausoleum
- Entry/Admission - Kish Church
Details
According to the Azerbaijani historians, the name of the town goes back to the ethnonym of the Sakas, who reached the territory of modern-day Azerbaijan in the 7th century BC and populated it for several centuries.It goes back to a time, when it was a market center on the Silk Road, linking Dagestan, Russia to the northern trade routes through the Caucasus.Many public places and private houses in Shaki are decorated with shebeke, a wooden lattice of pieces of colored glass, held together without glue or a single nail. The technique is complex and known only to a few artisans who pass their meticulous craft from generation to generation.The Palace of Shaki Khans which was a summer residence of Shaki Khans, still remains one of the most visible landmarks of Shaki. Constructed in 1762 without a single nail is one of the most marvelous monuments of its epoch. Historic Centre of Sheki with the Khan's Palace was added to UNESCO's World Heritage List in July 2019.
Know Before You Go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
