Sheki is located on the southern part of the Greater Caucasus mountain range, 240 km (150 ml) from Baku.
Historical Significance.
Sheki was founded in the 8th century B.C. Sheki was one of the biggest cities of the Caucasian Albanian states in the 1st century.
Cultural Heritage.
The city is home to numerous architectural and historical landmarks that attract visitors from around the world. Once an important stop on the legendary Silk Road, this charming city in the north-west of Azerbaijan is one of our true travel gems. Sheki is head to the historic centre and Azerbaijan’s latest UNESCO World Heritage site to soak up the spirit of an old Caucasian trading hub, and enjoy exploring the city’s craft shops and caravanserais, cobblestone streets.
Sightseeings
- Sheki Khan`s Palace. The Palace itself built in 1762 as a summer residence for the Khan of Sheki. During the construction of the building, no single nails and glues were used. Large portions of the residence's facade, including the entire southern elevations of the central halls on both floors, are covered by a mosaic of colored glass set in a wooden latticework (shebeke)
- Skeki Caravanserai. The Caravanserai is a historical monument in Sheki, Azerbaijan. A part of building is now used as a hotel. The “Caravanserai” historical complex in Sheki consists of two magnificent caravanserais, traditionally named “Yukhary” (Upper) and “Ashaghy”(Lower) caravanserais,
- Church of Kish. First Albanian church in Caucasus, dating back to the 1st century AD. Kish Albanian Church - The brilliantly renovated round-towered Albanian church in pretty Kish village has been lovingly converted into a very well-presented trilingual museum.
- Sheki History Museum. If interested in delving deeper into Sheki city`s history visit Sheki History Museum, which houses exhibits on the city`s cultural evolution.
- Sheki Fortnes. Discover the remnants of the historic Sheki Fortress, which was one a defensive stronghold. There are several architectural and archaeological places around the city, including the Gelersen-Gerersen Fortress (8th-9th centuries)
Silk craftsmanship.
During a trip to Sheki, a historic land nestled in the epic embrace of the mighty Caucasus Mountains, you can bear witness to the preservation of the rich art of silk craftsmanship. The intricate kelaghayi headscarf is not only an elegant addition to traditional female attire, but also a symbol of love, beauty, peace and security. Sheki is the ancient land where the art of kelaghayi has been passed down from generation to generation, and it is also listed on UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
