Shamakha - Asma Korpu - Lahij Village

• Meeting Point - at your hotel located in Baku city- We pick you up from any location mentioned in Baku city area.
• Shamakha city is one of Azerbaijan’s most historic places. The city maintained economic and cultural relationships with countries asIndia and China in the 12th century.
• Place of Power: Diri Baba Mausoleum and and Ancient cemetery, 15-18 century. Silsilahs ordens in Azerbaijan. Diri Baba ( Alive Grand) Mausoleum - place of Power, built in 1402 on the order of Shirvanshah Ibrahim I.Two-stored building holds important place within Azerbaijan architecture due to its uniqueness of construction assembly andcomposition.The mausoleum gained widespread fame to the mysterious stories about him that circulated after the Sufi Master's death.
• Kalakhana Tombs and small village The incredible monumental monuments of the XVII century - the tombs in the small village of Kalakhana near Shamakhi city. The number of these tombs are 8, located in an area of about 250×150 m. Kalakhana tombs are octagonal Tombs, it is typical for Azerbaijan architectural culture. The tomb is an octagonal prism, the cover in the form of octagonal pyramid, covered with carved white stone.
• The Lahıc Zarnava Suspension Bridge - The Zarnava bridge made of iron over the Girdimanchay River ('chay' trn. 'river') in a area of small village of Zarnava nearby of Lahic. The bridge 's suspended from vertical cables, which are supported by suspension cables. They serve as vital infrastructure providing crossings over rivers and valleys.It is attracting visitors with their scenic locations, offering a sense of adventure and it is kind of a gateway to the culturally rich of isolated by canions village of Lahij.
• Tea break-Trying Lahij cuisine before even reaching the village. To shake off your road fatigue - head to the Tea House located in one of the main street of the village for a glass of tea with herbs accompanied by rose petal jam.
• In Lahij is “black halva” or “semeni halva” it is a dessert made with cardamon, anise, cinnamon, pepper and jasmine. Making this halva usually takes 4-5 hours.
• Lahij village The geologically spectacular canyon, about 3 hours drive from Baku city the little village of Lahij woos Travelers with its antique streets, stone village houses, many souvenir shops and incredible craftsmanship. Over than 40 different crafts are practised in this historic village, which dates back 2,000 years.Hat making, leather production, carpet weaving and etc. Lahij is known for its stunning copperwares, which were sold all over the Caucasus.
• You are welcome to start your exploration of Lahij cuisine before even reaching it – by tasting popular qutabs (stuffed pancakes) and flatbreads (famous) prepared on a saj in several minutes (large round metal plate) along the scenic Lahij road. The local type of qutab, which is different in each region of the country, called “pal’ and made from a locally grown herb in early spring delights your taste buds.
• Small waterfall in Lahij village
• Canions
• Asma Korpu Bridge
• Arriving Baku, ending point at your hotel

English, Russian (Native), Azerbaijani (Native) Duration: 9 hours Private or group tour Up to 15 people Sweeping views of canions! True heritage of history and architecture. Three breathtaking locations with nature scenery, craftsmanship and mausoleums. Explore the Shamakha city is one of Azerbaijan’s most historic places, Lahij Craftsmanship Village, Asma Korpu, Canyons, suffii culture and architecture. Highly recommended to buy some of the herbs and spices sold in shops. Herbs such as bay thyme and mountain leaf are growing only in these areas, are brewed and drunk, as well as added to local dishes for extra flavour. Look out especially for lemon thyme, which when brewed gives the pleasant aroma and taste of both lemon and thyme simultaneously.

• Tour guide
• Vito Comfort Mercedes Benz V-250
• Unlimited water
• Tea break

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• Expenses for lunch or dinner
• Entrance fee to Diri Baba Mausoleum :6$ per person

• We pick you up from any location mentioned in Baku
• We drop off at the any location in Baku city

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