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Palace of Garaboyuk khanum

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Palace of Garaboyuk khanum

Palace of Garaboyuk Khanum

This 18th-century fortress is located on a hill in Khankendi. It is characterized by a square layout with four corner towers. Visitors go here to see one of the few remaining old castles in the Karabakh region and to observe the historical architecture of the fortification.

Getting There

The site is accessible from the city centre via local transport or taxi. The journey typically takes a short amount of time due to the proximity to the urban core.

Visit Duration

Allow approximately one to two hours to explore the fortress grounds and the surrounding hill.

When to Visit

The site is best visited during the spring and autumn months to avoid extreme temperatures. Visiting during the morning or late afternoon provides softer light for viewing the structure and the surrounding landscape.

Nearby Attractions

Because of its location, the palace can be combined with visits to several nearby mosques, all within walking distance:

  • Guyulug Mosque (0.1km)
  • Seyidli Mosque (0.2km)
  • Julfalar Mosque (0.2km)
  • Chukhur Mahalla Mosque (0.2km)

Updated September 13, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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Itineraries including this place

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Khankendi 3-Day Itinerary (2 Nights)

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Khankendi 4-Day Itinerary (3 Nights)

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Good to visit alongside

Guyulug Mosque

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.

0.1 km away
Seyidli Mosque

Temples & religious sites

Seyidli Mosque

The remains of an old mosque near a street intersection in downtown Shusha, now standing as a partial ruin. Walking among its traces, you can imagine what it once looked like.

0.2 km away
Julfalar Mosque

Temples & religious sites

Julfalar Mosque

Located in Shusha in the Karabakh region, this site once served as a Shia mosque. It reflects the history of Islamic architecture and faith in the area.

0.2 km away
Chukhur Mahalla Mosque

Temples & religious sites

Chukhur Mahalla Mosque

This former Shia mosque stood in Shusha, in Azerbaijan's Karabakh region, and now survives only as ruins. It's a meaningful stop for travelers wanting to trace the area's history.

0.2 km away
Ibrahim Khalil Khan palace

Castles & palaces

Ibrahim Khalil Khan palace

This palace was built during the era of the Karabakh Khanate and stands near the village of Dashalti, close to Shusha. It's regarded as a building that reflects the region's history.

0.3 km away
House-Museum of Bulbul

Museums & galleries

House-Museum of Bulbul

A house-museum marking the birthplace of Bulbul, originally a branch of the Baku Bulbul Memorial Museum in Shusha. Once left in ruins, it has recently been restored and reopened.

0.3 km away