Things to do in Sheki City

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Sheki Khan's Palace

Sheki Khan's Palace is tucked away in the fortress courtyard on the high ground in the northeast of the old city of Sheki, and was once the summer palace of the Sheki Khan. This two-story building, along with the pool and old plane trees in the courtyard, has been preserved and later converted into a museum. It is not large in size, over 30m long and less than 10m wide. The layout of the upper and lower floors is the same, with three rooms lined up in a row, connected by a south-facing open corridor. The first floor was where the Khan received guests and handled affairs, while the second floor was for the family's living and entertaining. The outer walls are decorated with geometric patterns made of dark blue, turquoise, and ochre tiles. The interior walls are covered with murals, featuring patterns of flowers in vases and plants, and in the halls upstairs, you can also see entire scenes of hunting and warfare. A distinctive attraction here is the stained glass window called Shebeke, where thousands of pieces of colored glass are embedded into fine wooden grids. The entire structure uses no glue or nails, relying entirely on interlocking wood pieces, creating a display of shimmering light when sunlight passes through.

Museum of People`s Applied Art

TheMuseum of People`s Applied Artin the Sheki District of Azerbaijan is located within the historical and cultural environment of Sheki, an important city on the ancient Silk Road, and serves as a key venue for showcasing local traditional crafts and folk art. The museum focuses on preserving and presenting the handicraft traditions of Azerbaijan, particularly those of the Sheki region. Its collection includes a variety of traditional crafts such as ceramics, metalwork, wood carving, embroidery, textiles, and carpets, reflecting the aesthetics and skills passed down through generations of local artisans. The exhibits not only showcase the artistic expression of everyday objects but also reflect the multicultural fusion characteristic of the Caucasus region throughout its historical development. The museum is typically housed in a building of historical value, allowing visitors to experience the unique architectural atmosphere and cultural heritage of the ancient city of Sheki while enjoying the exhibits. As an important hub for regional cultural dissemination, it serves both tourism and educational purposes, fostering cultural inheritance and helping more people understand the rich connotations and historical value of traditional Azerbaijani handicrafts.

Church of Kish

The picturesque Kish Village is only approx. 5 km from Sheki. Explore the great Caucasian Albanian historical site, the Church of Kish. This ancient relic dates from approx. the 3rd century BC to the 8th century AD. It is said that the core of this beautiful church dates back to the 1st century AD, but archaeologists have found evidence of a worship site dating back to 3000 BC! Today, the church mainly serves as a museum showcasing the history and culture of Caucasian Albania.

Shaki Castle

Bio Garden

Kish Albanian Temple

Sheki Khan's Home

Galarsan-Gorarsan Fortress

Khanland Əyləncə Mərkəzi

Sheki Jumah Mosque