Palace in Sheki
Sheki is located in northern Azerbaijan and in the southern part of the Greater Caucasus Mountains, 325 km from the capital Baku. The population of the city is about 63,000. It is considered to be a branch of the legendary Silk Road in the past. Sheki has the Labyrinth at Fazıl, nearby is the Tumuli Tomb Park and in the fields southeast of the city is the venue for Chovgan, the traditional Azerbaijani horse sport similar to polo.
The Labyrinth contains the massive stone walls of what was once an 18th-century fortress and a mural-covered palace from the reign of Chelabi Khan (1743-1755). It is the main tourist attraction in Sheki’s old town. There is also a second, slightly older palace called Xan-Evi, tucked away in a small alleyway lined with picturesque old houses.
Noah's Tomb
The Tomb of Noah is a mausoleum in the city of Nakhchivan, Azerbaijan, the architecture of the building dates back to the 8th century. The current mausoleum was built in 2006. Located on the side of Mount Ararat, this small brick mausoleum is covered with blue carvings and is topped with a gilded minaret.
Noah's tomb consists of the remains of the lower level of an old temple, with a ladder leading to a burial chamber and a stone pillar in the middle of the chamber. According to legend, Noah's relics are located under this pillar. A portrait depicting Noah's tomb 100 years ago was painted by artist Bahruz Kangarli and is housed in the National Art Museum of Azerbaijan.
Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic
The Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic is a landlocked exclave of the Republic of Azerbaijan, covering an area of 5,500 km² and bordered by Armenia (221 km) to the east and north, Iran (179 km) to the south and west, and Turkey (15 km) to the northwest. Nakhchivan is famous for the Momine Khatun mausoleum, built in 1186 and surrounded by intricately carved stone monuments.
Alijna Castle
Next to the lovely oasis village of Ordubad, on a high peak stands the Alinja Castle. Standing on the Snake Mountain (Ilan Dag), visitors can admire the vast ruins of the Alinja Castle. It will be one of the interesting experiences during their visit to Azerbaijan.
Gabala, the finest wine of Azerbaijan
According to archaeologists, the Caucasus (Azerbaijan) is the world's oldest wine-producing center. Most of Azerbaijan's wineries were destroyed in the late 1980s due to political and economic instability in the country.
However, in recent years, cultivation techniques and the application of high technology have resulted in a rebirth of quality Azerbaijani wines, notably the fine wines of the Gabala region.
Meanwhile in Baku, new pubs and different types of drinks are appearing more and more: from traditional hipster pubs, foreign pubs to attractive cocktail lounges.
Caspian Sea coast and Talysh Mountains
In the southeast of Azerbaijan, the Caspian Sea coast is lush green with tea plantations and orchards. Behind the Caspian Sea, the magical Talysh Mountains are covered in dense forests, with stunning waterfalls and isolated ancient villages.
However, the best part for visitors is the time spent walking through the enchanting moss-covered forests of Hirkan National Park and seeing the diverse wildlife.
