Nakhichevan City in Azerbaijan is a tourist attraction that is situated within a close proximity to the border of Iran. It lies on the bank of Nahichivanchai. The main importance of the city lies in the fact that this is the very place which is found to be the oldest city of Azerbaijan. The city found its existence in the period of 6th century BC. It is one of the main ancient cities of Caucasian Albania that you will be visiting during your trip to Azerbaijan. Nakhichevan City in Azerbaijan is one of the heritage sites.
There are several historic monuments that you will be included in your trip to Azerbaijan. These monuments are one of the chief examples of Medieval architecture. The monuments are great places to explore and include in the excursions tours. Some of the major tourism sites that you will be getting in the City of Nakhichevan are the mausoleums of Yusuf ibn Kuseiyr and Momine Khatun, Gyaur-Kala fortress and unique Khudaferin bridges across the Araks River.
Also, Nakhichevan City is known to be a prominent place of studies. The city houses one of the most famous universities which is the center of scientific studies in the country. The center is known as Azerbaijan Academy of Sciences. Also, it is cultural hub which carries a well known theater, historical museums and a picture gallery. So, the culture loving tourists will love to visit this city and have a thorough look of all these places listed above.
- In the Alindzha-Kala fortress, you will be having a wide range of items that that have great historic significance. This very fortress was built in 11th to 13th century. Some other historic landmarks are:
- Mausoleum of Yusuf ibn Kuseyir: The Mausoleum is popularly known to be “Atababa” by the local people. The place is known for the monuments and their geometric structural patterns. The Mausoleum is basically a three leveled architectural format.
- Alindzha-Kala Fortress: The fortress is located on the mountain top and considered to be the most imposing monument that is said to have the most protective structure that is ever found in the region.
- Dzhulfa Caravanserai: This popular historic monument is located on the banks of Araks river.
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