7 days in Ganja Itinerary

Famous as the birthplace of legendary poet Nizami, Ganja is a truly ancient city still bearing traces of the myriad kingdoms and empires that ruled over it in the past.

Get a sense of the local culture at Sheki Khans' Palace and Museum of Folk and Applied Arts. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Ganja: Sheki (Sheki Karvansaray, Winter Palace, &more). There's much more to do: take a peaceful walk through Lake Goygol, don't miss a visit to Nizami Ganjavi Mausoleum, take in the spiritual surroundings of Shah Abbas Mosque, and admire the striking features of Bottle House.

To see more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, read Ganja online trip itinerary planner.

If you are flying in from Portugal, the closest major aiports are Ganja International Airport, Zaqatala International Airport and Gabala International Airport. May in Ganja sees daily highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C at night.