Bala Təpə

Bala Təpə is a scenic viewpoint in Shaki, Azerbaijan. Bala Təpə is situated nearby to the cemetery Qəbirstanlıq, as well as near the forest Ücbucaq Şəki.

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Shaki Khan Palace and Upper Caravanserai.

Shaki Khan Palace

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The Palace of Shaki Khans in Shaki, northwestern Azerbaijan, is a historic monument that once served as the summer residence of the Shaki khans. It was constructed in 1797 under the rule of Muhammad Husayn Khan Mushtaq. Shaki Khan Palace is situated 3½ km north of Bala Təpə.

Upper Caravanserai

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The Upper Caravanserai is a historical monument in Sheki, Azerbaijan. A part of the building is now used as a hotel. Upper Caravanserai is situated 3 km north of Bala Təpə.

Omar Efendi Mosque

Mosque

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The Omar Efendi Mosque is a former mosque and cultural historical and architectural monument of the 19th century located in the city of Shaki, Azerbaijan. Omar Efendi Mosque is situated 3 km north of Bala Təpə.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Sheki and Kish.

Sheki

Photo: Urek Meniashvili, CC BY-SA 3.0.

Shaki is Azerbaijan's true travel gem, a small city off on the forested slopes of the Greater Caucasus Mountains. Rich in Islamic architecture, Silk Road history, good food, and friendly people, this is travel and leisure in the Caucasus at its finest.