Historic site · Azerbaijan
Palace of Shaki Khans
Palace in Azerbaijan
About Palace of Shaki Khans
The Palace of Shaki Khans in Shaki, northwestern Azerbaijan, is a historic monument that once served as the summer residence of the Shaki khans. It was constructed in 1797 under the rule of Muhammad Husayn Khan Mushtaq. The Palace of Shaki Khans was nominated for inclusion on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1998 by Gulnara Mehmandarova, then President of the Azerbaijan Committee of the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS). On 7 July 2019, the historic centre of Shaki, including the Khan’s Palace, was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Best time to visit
Best time to go: April, October
Midday highs, based on last year's weather. Green months have comfortable temperatures and few rainy days.
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Questions about Palace of Shaki Khans
Where is Palace of Shaki Khans?
Palace of Shaki Khans is in Azerbaijan. The nearest city is Sheki, about 3 km away.
When is the best time to visit Palace of Shaki Khans?
The most comfortable months to visit Palace of Shaki Khans are April, October: pleasant temperatures and few rainy days, based on last year's weather.
Is there a ready-made trip plan near Palace of Shaki Khans?
Yes. The 3-day Tbilisi plan is about 207 km away. You can open it and change it as you like.
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