Identity summary
2 to 3 days
Spring · Summer · Autumn
Recommended car
Heritage · Countryside
Limited accessibility
Modular rhythm
General presentation
Sheki and Kish
Sheki and Kish combine palaces, caravanserais and traditions of glasswork, silk and confectionery. Collections and workshops require separate research; current access and visits are not assumed.
Check access, reservations and opening hours with the site before visiting.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Palace of the Sheki Khans
- Upper Caravanserai of Sheki
- Kish Church
- Sheki Khan’s Mosque
Before you choose
- Check access, reservations and opening hours with the site before visiting.
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
Palace
Palace of the Sheki Khans
The khan palace is distinguished by its shebek paintings and windows. The open rooms and the rules of photography follow the conservation instructions.
Caravanserai
Upper Caravanserai of Sheki
The upper caravanserail retains a large courtyard and galleries related to trade. Not all re-used parts and private spaces are open to visitors.
Historic church
Kish Church
The Kish church is located in a village near Sheki. Its heritage presentation must be distinguished from the historical or religious interpretations discussed.
Mosque
Sheki Khan’s Mosque
The Khan Mosque combines religious architecture and funeral spaces. Respect the instructions of worship, conservation and photography.
Practical tips
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