From the ancient times, the city of Sheki has shown immense potential as a great tourist region in Azerbaijan. Caravan Palace (Caravan Sarai), Sheki is one of the major Tourist Attractions in Sheki, which is worth visiting. The city of Sheki is situated 700 kilometers above the sea level and is more like an amphitheatre, which is surrounded by mountains and forests. Caravan Palace (Caravan Sarai), Sheki is an amazing historical treasure of the region which will provide you some knowledge of the ancient time.
The city of Sheki situated on the left bank of the river Kish and offers several scenic regions. The city of Sheki is connected with the nearest city Baku, which has an international airport. After you get down at the Baku International Airport you can either take a bus or train to the city of Sheki. The Caravan Palace (Caravan Sarai), Sheki can be easily accessible from the centre of city. The Caravan Palace (Caravan Sarai) in Sheki is located on the M.F.Akhundov Avenue. The wonderful monument of the city named Caravan Palace (Caravan Sarai) was constructed by the famous Sheki Khans.
The Caravan Palace (Caravan Sarai), Sheki was built in the 18th century to house caravans that passed through the Silk Road to and from China. The palace was built on one of the 5 stops in Azerbaijan that are planned in the 8th-19th centuries for carrying silk through the Silk Road to and from China. The place where Caravan Palace (Caravan Sarai) is built was the biggest caravan stop on the Silk Road in the entire Caucasus region.
The Caravan Palace (Caravan Sarai) in Sheki is still now a stop for travelers to stay and eat and admire the wonderful architecture of the place. You will find the two-storied building decorated with glorious frescos and dainty stained glass work that are popularly known as 'shebeke'. The beauty of the Caravan Palace (Caravan Sarai) has got its place in many poems of the several poets belonging to the region of Azerbaijan.
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