Shamakhi Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in Azerbaijan
About Shamakhi
Shemakha - is the more classic international way of spelling (originated from Russian pronunciation). Shamakhi is the formal Azeri internal spelling. Shamakhi was one of the ancient cities of the east. It became famous as the home of many prominent Azerbaijani philosophers, architects and scientists, such as Khagani, Nasimi, Bakuvi, Sabir, Shirvani, Hajibababekov. The town used to be capital of Medieval state of Shirvan and played one of the major roles in the region until its destruction in 1717 by Dagestanian semi-states. Under the Russian Empire Shamakhi was the capital of Shemakha Governorate, but the earthquake of 1859 devastately hurt the city. Then capital moved to Baku and the Governorate was renamed. Shemakhi is mentioned by the great Russian poet A.S. Pushkin in "The Tale of the
Top Attractions in Shamakhi
Explore the best things to see and do in Shamakhi:
- ★Gulistan Fortress
- ★Heydar Aliyev Park and Museum
- ★House-Museum of M. Sabir
- ★Juma Mosque
- ★Nasimi Memorial Park
- ★Shahandan Mausoleum
- ★Yeddi Gumbaz Mausoleum
Where to Eat in Shamakhi
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Azər şadlıq sarayı
- 🍴Dostlug Restaurant
Where to Stay in Shamakhi
- 🏨Samakhi Palace Sharadil Hotel
- 🏨Shirvan Hotel & Spa
Shamakhi Travel Guide Sections
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