11-04-2025, 11:48

Top 10 Must-Visit Places in Sheki, Azerbaijan: What to See in Sheki?

Sheki—a jewel of Azerbaijan—boasts a rich history, unique architecture, and Silk Road heritage. Every corner whispers tales of its past. Discover the top 10 city-center highlights (excluding outskirts) with Yahya Bayramov, Sheki’s top tourism expert and guide for 20+ years. His custom tours reveal the city’s soul through untold stories and hidden gems.

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1. Palace of Sheki Khans

Built in 1797 without a single nail, this UNESCO-listed marvel stuns with shebeke stained glass and frescoes. Yahya’s tours decode royal secrets and spice history with quirky facts about khans’ lives.

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2. Sheki Fortress

An 18th-century citadel guarding the palace. Walk its walls with Yahya for panoramic views and tales of its strategic past.

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3. Upper Caravansaray

An 18th-century Silk Road pitstop. Yahya’s storytelling brings traders’ lives and ancient commerce to life.

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4. Lower Caravansaray

Now a hotel-museum, this architectural gem lets you sleep in history. Yahya’s tours evoke the ambiance of merchant lodgings.

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5. Museum of Folk Applied Arts

Home to Sheki silks and shebeke masterpieces. Yahya, a pioneer in promoting Sheki’s crafts, explains how these arts shaped the city.

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6. Shekikhanovs’ House

A 19th-century aristocratic mansion. Yahya adds flair with anecdotes about noble lifestyles and hidden design details.

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7. Juma Mosque

A 19th-century mosque blending tradition and spirituality. Yahya reveals its role in Sheki’s cultural fabric.

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8. Sheki History Museum

Spanning millennia of regional history. Yahya’s deep expertise turns exhibits into gripping narratives.

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9. Mirza Fatali Akhundov Street

A historic boulevard lined with shops and homes. Yahya shares stories of Sheki’s famed residents and local legends.

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10. Sheki Bazaar

A sensory feast of halva, spices, and crafts. Let Yahya—awarded for boosting Azerbaijani tourism—guide you through culinary secrets and bargains.

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Why Choose Yahya Bayramov’s Tours?

✅ 20+ years of expertise crafting immersive, custom itineraries.
✅ Award-winning for revolutionizing Sheki’s tourism scene.
✅ 1000+ tours praised by travelers and industry leaders.
✅ Unique access to untold stories and cultural nuances.
📞 Book Your Sheki Adventure:
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