Private Full Day Sheki Heritage and Silk Road Tour｜Azerbaijan

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Begin with a pickup from your hotel in Baku and head to Shamakhi. Make your first stop at the Juma Mosque, the oldest mosque in Azerbaijan and one of the earliest in the Caucasus. Dating back to 744 CE, the mosque was established under the Arab Caliphate during Maslam ibn Abd-al-Malik’s governance, introducing Islamic architecture to the region.

Admire its rare three-hall layout, which includes a large central dome and two smaller lateral domes, each with a separate mihrab and entrance. Spend 30 minutes here with detailed guided interpretation.

Next, continue with a 3-hour drive to Sheki Khan Palace, an 18th-century masterpiece. The two-story palace features a central hall, surrounding rooms adorned with frescoes and ornate woodwork, and shebeke stained-glass windows constructed without nails. Crafted from local stone and timber, it exemplifies regional craftsmanship and architectural sophistication. Spend approximately 60 minutes exploring the site with expert guidance.

A brief transfer brings you to the Medieval Sheki Caravanserai, a key 18th-century Silk Road hub. The Upper Caravanserai spans 6,000 square meters with 300 rooms, strategically positioned near the Gurjan River for commercial and defensive purposes. The site reflects trade-driven urban design and architectural ingenuity. A focused 20-minute examination reveals the caravanserai’s architectural mastery and historical significance.

The final stop is the Kish Albanian Church, approximately 15 minutes from the Caravanserai. Also known as the Church of Saint Elishe, it is one of the oldest Christian sites in the Caucasus. Founded in the 1st century AD, archaeological evidence shows continuous worship and cultic use dating back to 3000 BCE. The current 12th-century structure exemplifies Caucasian Albanian ecclesiastical architecture. Spend 30 minutes on a guided exploration and detailed interpretation.

Finally, return to Baku, where your tour concludes.