About Shaki
- Shaki, Azerbaijan
Soak up the spirit of the Silk Road
Once an important stop on the legendary Silk Road, this charming city in the north-west of Azerbaijan is one of our true travel gems. Head to the historic centre and Azerbaijan’s latest UNESCO World Heritage site to soak up the spirit of an old Caucasian trading hub, and enjoy exploring the city’s craft shops and caravanserais, cobblestone streets and colourful sweet shops.
DID YOU KNOW?
Shaki interesting facts
INTERESTING FACT #1
Until 1968 the city of Sheki was in fact named Nukha after a nearby village.
INTERESTING FACT #2
In 2008 Sheki became a member of the League of Historical Cities , a Japan-based NGO strengthening links between historic cities, alongside cities such as Rome, Paris, Athens and Jerusalem.
Shaki interesting facts
INTERESTING FACT #1
Until 1968 the city of Sheki was in fact named Nukha after a nearby village.
INTERESTING FACT #2
In 2008 Sheki became a member of the League of Historical Cities , a Japan-based NGO strengthening links between historic cities, alongside cities such as Rome, Paris, Athens and Jerusalem.