Shamakhi
Silk Road history, an old mosque and mountain air.
120 km from Baku · approx. 1 h 45 min
Shamakhi was once the capital of the Shirvanshah state and a major Silk Road stop. Visit the Juma Mosque, the Yeddi Gumbaz mausoleum and the Shamakhi Astrophysical Observatory, then continue to Lahij or Ismayilli.
Highlights
- Juma Mosque — one of the oldest in the Caucasus
- Yeddi Gumbaz royal mausoleums
- Shamakhi Astrophysical Observatory
- Wine and local food stops on the way
Local tip: Shamakhi is a natural stop between Baku and Gabala or Sheki — ask us about a stopover.
Best for: Day trips, culture, stopovers on the way to Sheki or Gabala.
Good to know
Can we stop in Shamakhi on the way to Gabala?
Yes. Add a note when booking or message us on WhatsApp and we will arrange the stop.
