3 days in Shamakhi Itinerary

Azerbaijan's former capital surrounded by fine countryside and packed with cultural heritage, Shamakhi is one of Azerbaijan’s most historic cities and the birthplace of legendary Azerbaijani poets Sabir and Nesimi.

Get out of town with these interesting Shamakhi side-trips: Ivanovka Village (in Ismayilli), Diri Baba Mausoleum (in Gobustan) and Khizi (Candy Cane Mountains & Mikayil Mushfig House Museum). And it doesn't end there: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Juma Mosque, explore the world behind art at Basgal Village, see the interesting displays at Shamakhi Astrophysical Observatory, and explore the ancient world of Yeddi Gumbaz Mausoleum.

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Expect a daytime high around 36°C in June, and nighttime lows around 19°C.