Tour to Shamakhi and Fishing in Silent Lake
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Sightseeing, Active Tours, Nature Tours
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Shamakhi
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11 hours
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Shamakhi is an astonishing place with ultra-extraordinary nature and incredible architecture, culture and unique history, interesting customs and traditions. It can be studied all one’s life and every day you'd observe something new. Take this tour, a day trip from Baku to the old city and the mountainous picturesque village.
Shamakhi is an antique Azerbaijan city. It started in the 5th century BC. In the 9th -16th centuries it was the capital of Shirvan Empire, a residence of Shirvan Dynasty. It is by right heeded one of the most gorgeous cities of the Orient. Equally interesting are the mausoleum of Yeddi Gumbez (“Seven Domes”) with numerous exquisite places of Shamakhi governors, Djuma cathedral mosque (10th century, reconstructed in the 19th century), numerous ruins of the 10th– 17th centuries. Present day Shamakhi is a conceived center of winemaking and unique carpet weaving. At the same time, it is a city of literature since it was the native land of many Azerbaijani poets. Shamakhi Juma Mosque - The oldest and largest mosque in Azerbaijan, Shamakhi Juma, according to the legend was built in the 8th century when Shamakhi was chosen as habitation by an Arabian caliph. The first Arabian plaque on the portal of the mosque said that the mosque had constructed in 744 AD. Travelling to Pirqulu Settlement to see observatory of the famouse scientist N.Tusi, where you can see one of the amazing and ancient telescopes. You will have a remarkable and unusual excursion where you will see ancient mosques and medieval baths and experience yourself up with the sense of historical Azerbaijan.
Silent Lake Shamakhi -'s luxury and unique rest place, this is an extraordinary property. Bound by the belief that every notable and impressive journey is a symphony of exceptional designed, outstanding discoveries, impeccable service and all, sincere connection between people.
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09:00 - Transfer to Shamakhi City - Drive to a remarkable sightseeing and unique historical places: - Juma Mosque - Yeddi Gumbez Mausoleum - Shirvan Shah's family grave yard and visiting one of the unforgettable observatories in the region - Shamakhi Astrophysical Observatory
13:00 - Arrival to the Silent Lake Resort. Lunch time
14:00 - Fishing. Carp, Silver Carp, Belomor
17:00 - Back to Baku
19:00 - Arrive in Baku. Dinner time
20:00 - Transfer to the hotel
