Sheki is Azerbaijan’s true travel gem – a small city off the forested slopes of the Greater Caucasus Mountains rich in Silk Road history and renowned for its fascinating architecture, food and friendly residents.
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.
Until 1968 the city of Sheki was in fact named Nukha after a nearby village.
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.
