Sheki in Azerbaijan is an ancient city which is situated 700 meters above the sea level. The old town was founded 2700 years ago on the left bank of the River Kish and at the Southern slopes of Major Caucasus Mountains Chain. Sheki in Azerbaijan is an important tourist destination, surrounded by mountains, forests with oak trees and river water.
The old town reflects the architecture style from the late Bronze Age and houses numerous brick houses, shaded streets, willow trees and canals. The historical town is well known for its silk-worm breeding. Sheki is an important halt on the famous silk route and a well known silk center producing best quality of silk. The travelers can get to see many silk factories and workshops where the silk weaving is going on.
Khan's Summer Palace is another favorite site for the visitors in the town. It is one of the major tourist destinations in Azerbaijan. The historical palace features two storey building, decorated with stained glass work and an exclusive style of painting known as frescos. The palace comprises of two museums where the visitors can see the pieces relating to silk manufacturing and trade. History Museum showcases various displays and handicraft items from different periods.
There are many other things to see in Azerbaijan including the baths and three mosques. Juma and Gileili mosques feature some of ultimate style of architecture that the travelers should not miss to see. Sheki, the small town is dominated by various agricultural activities. The economy is largely dependent on agriculture based on cultivation of tobacco, fruit, vegetables and corn.
The city boasts of some of the standard hotels and resorts that provide comfortable accommodation for the travelers. The tourists can stay at any of the hotels whichever suits their budgets and tastes. The tourists can dine at the local restaurants that serve delicious dishes from authentic local cuisines. The local sweet dishes and confectioneries are really tasty and the travelers should taste it at least once during their stay.
Other important places to be visited by the tourists are:
- Gerersen castle
- Albanian churches in the villages of Orta Zeizit and Kish
- House of Craftsmen
- Caravanserai
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