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ShamakhiŞamaxı
Do a day trip from Baku to Shamakhi: see Juma Mosque, Gulistan Fortress and local bazaars, then return the same day.
Shamakhi is a historic town in the Baku Region with several medieval monuments. It is reachable by bus or car from Baku in about 2 h, making a single day sufficient for the main sights.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- AZN
- Best months
- May–Oct
- avoid Nov–Mar (cold, limited services)
- Airport
- Heydar Aliyev (GYD)
- Nights
- 0
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Rules in force · 5The Armenia–Azerbaijan and Armenia–Türkiye land borders a…Georgia treats entry to Abkhazia or South Ossetia from Ru…Apply for the e-visa only on the official portal (ASAN Visa)Azerbaijan's land border with Armenia is closed to ordina…
- Caucasus ↗The Armenia–Azerbaijan and Armenia–Türkiye land borders are closed; any route that crosses them is not a route, however short it looks.
- Caucasus ↗Georgia treats entry to Abkhazia or South Ossetia from Russia as illegal; entering that way can mean arrest or a ban when you next reach Georgia proper.
- Azerbaijan ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official portal (ASAN Visa); lookalike sites charge extra.
- Azerbaijan ↗Azerbaijan's land border with Armenia is closed to ordinary travellers, and several governments advise against travel near it and in the former conflict areas because of mines and military zones. Read your own government's current advice before you book anything outside Baku and Absheron.
- Azerbaijan ↗Do not photograph military sites, government buildings or oil and gas installations; drones need a permit.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Shamakhi102 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Shamakhi, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Azerbaijani manat (AZN, ₼): cards work in Baku shops, hotels and restaurants; carry manat for markets, taxis and small cafés.Azerbaijan-wide
- SIM or eSIMcheckAzercell, Bakcell and Nar sell SIMs with a passport; phones used over a set period may need IMEI registration (check).Azerbaijan-wide
- Tap waterBottled or filtered only.Azerbaijan-wide
- TippingRestaurants: 10% if not included.Azerbaijan-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 220 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Azerbaijan-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe for tourists; stay on marked paths, keep an eye on after‑shocks if you visit the fortress area.
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- RestroomsMalls, cafés; basic in regions.Azerbaijan-wide
- Emergency numbers102 police · 101 fire · 103 ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMuseums close one weekday (often Monday); national holidays close offices.Azerbaijan-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckGYD Heydar Aliyev International Airport (Baku) (Main international gateway, about 2 h by bus to Shamakhi (check)).
- Getting aroundThe town centre is compact; most sights are within walking distance.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee in a café₼2–3
- Budget bedShirvan Hotel & Spa (4★), a night, per roomAZN 30
- Mid-range bedShirvan Hotel & Spa (4★), a night, per roomAZN 50
- High-end bedShirvan Hotel & Spa (4★), a night, per roomAZN 80
A day, not counting the bed: Budget AZN 15 · Mid AZN 30 · High AZN 45
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- GYD Heydar Aliyev International Airport (Baku) (Main international gateway, about 2 h by bus to Shamakhi (check))
Map of Shamakhi
Where it is, and the guides within about 120 km.
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Feb
Avoid
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Mar
Avoid
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Apr
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
May
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jun
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jul
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Aug
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Oct
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Nov
Avoid
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Dec
Avoid
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Best: May–Oct. Avoid: Nov–Mar. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)), coolest Jan (1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C) low), wettest Nov (9 rain days), driest Jul (4). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Shamakhi: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
6 rd
Feb
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
5 rd
Mar
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
7 rd
Apr
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
8 rd
May
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
6 rd
Jun
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5 rd
Jul
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
4 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
4 rd
Sep
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5 rd
Oct
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
7 rd
Nov
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
9 rd
Dec
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
8 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The town centre is compact; most sights are within walking distance. Buses connect Shamakhi to Baku, Sheki and Qabala.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: 2 h
Bus from Shamakhi bus terminal, approx. 2 h
Capital city, museums and seaside promenade (check)
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Shirvan Hotel & Spa
4‑star hotel in town centre, spa and Turkish baths.
Samakhi Palace Sharadil Hotel
Resort 12 km (7.5 mi) west, spa and pools; good for a relaxed stay.Resort 7.5 mi (12 km) west, spa and pools; good for a relaxed stay.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₼15–25 excl. bed
- Mid
- ₼25–45 excl. bed
Trip budget
| Shirvan Hotel & Spa (4★)1 × 1 night × AZN 30 | AZN 30 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × AZN 15 | AZN 15 |
| Trip total≈ AZN 45 per person per day, bed included | AZN 45 |
Typical double‑room rates; includes basic amenities.
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Bus ticket Baku → Shamakhicheck | ₼4 |
| Coffee in a café | ₼2–3 |
| Meal at a local restaurant | ₼5–10 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Shamakhi lies in a high‑seismic zone; strong earthquakes have occurred historically.
- Mountain paths to Gulistan Fortress can be steep; wear sturdy shoes and watch for snakes in spring/summer.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 102
- Fire
- 101
- Ambulance
- 103
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ShamakhiŞamaxı
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My bed tonight
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Bu ünvana, zəhmət olmasaTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police102
- Fire101
- Ambulance103
Embassy
US consulate in Baku; other embassies in Baku.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Baku → Shamakhi bus: about ₼4 per person, 2 h (check)
Say or show
- Bağışlayın — Excuse me / Sorry (ba-ghush-lah-yin)
- Təşəkkür edirəm — Thank you (tash-eh-kyur eh-dee-rem)
- Bu nə qədər? — How much is it? (bu ne ke-dar)
- Avtobus dayanacağı haradadır? — Where is the bus stop? (av-to-bus da-yan-a-ga-ji ha-ra-da-dur)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Shamakhi. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Oct · avoid Nov–Mar (cold, limited services) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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