Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan blends East and West, and each city has its own distinct feel. Distances between destinations can be considerable, so it's best to plan a relaxed itinerary.
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Stepanakert is a city in the mountainous region of the South Caucasus in Azerbaijan, situated at an elevation of 813 meters. It's a great place to take in the scenery unique to its high-altitude setting.
37 sights 9 guides Ganja International Airport (GNJ)
Ganja
Ganja is Azerbaijan's second-largest city, home to attractions such as mosques, a fortress, and gardens. It's a place where you can experience both history and culture.
27 sights 9 guides Ganja International Airport (GNJ)
Sumgait
Sumqayit is Azerbaijan's third-largest city, located just north of Baku. It's an easy addition to a trip to Baku.
8 sights 9 guides Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
Nakhchivan
Nakhchivan is the main city of Azerbaijan's Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, located 450 km west of Baku. Legend holds that Noah founded it, and visitors can explore historic palaces, mausoleums, and mosques.
17 sights 9 guides Nakhchivan International Airport (NAJ)
Shusha
Shusha is a city in the South Caucasus region of Azerbaijan, set on a plateau at 1,400–1,800 meters above sea level. It was a well-known mountain resort in Soviet times, making it a great place to enjoy highland scenery.
40 sights 9 guides Ganja International Airport (GNJ)
Top sights in Azerbaijan
Temples & religious sites
Ghazanchetsots Cathedral
A cathedral of the Armenian Apostolic Church in Shusha, Azerbaijan, standing 35 meters tall and ranking among the largest Armenian churches in the world. It is regarded as a landmark symbolizing the Karabakh region and Armenian culture.
Temples & religious sites
Yukhari Govhar Agha Mosque
A Shia mosque in Shusha and one of the city's leading religious landmarks. It offers a close-up look at Islamic art and faith traditions.
Temples & religious sites
Mardinli Mosque
A Shia mosque that once stood in Shusha, in the Karabakh region of Azerbaijan. The building has since collapsed, leaving only ruins that hint at the area's history.
Heritage & monuments
Momine Khatun Mausoleum
A 12th-century mausoleum in Nakhchivan, Azerbaijan, built in memory of a local ruler's mother. Its ten-sided exterior features intricate geometric patterns well worth a close look.
Temples & religious sites
Ashaghi Govhar Agha Mosque
A mosque located in Azerbaijan. Its modest prayer hall offers a glimpse into the region's religious culture.
Castles & palaces
Shusha Fortress
This fortress surrounds the old town of Shusha and has shared the city's history since it was built by Panah Ali Khan. It has such a long history that it is even mentioned in 15th-century texts.
Heritage & monuments
Yusif ibn Kuseyir Mausoleum
A 12th-century mausoleum in the city of Nakhchivan, built around 1161–1162. Its striking facade, designed by architect Ajami ibn Abubakr Nakhchivani, is the main highlight.
Temples & religious sites
Guyulug Mosque
This Shia mosque sits along a lane in the Guyulug quarter of Shusha, Azerbaijan. Tucked among local homes, it offers a look at the modest, everyday feel of the neighborhood.
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