From Nakhchivan: Ashabi-Kahf and Alinja Private Day Trip

By Baku City Tours

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Free cancellation available

Features

- Marvel at the Machu Picchu of Azerbaijan, Alinja Castle
- Explore the caves and views of the mountains at Ashabi Kahf
- Witness the oldest historical stories of Nakhchivan

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Travellers

Experience a touch of history and breathtaking natural views at this spectacular citadel hidden in the Julfa region.

Language options: English

Starting time: 09:00

Price details

€100.00 x 2 Adults€200.00

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- Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments, Pregnant women
- In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
- This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Once our guide meets the guests in Nakhchivan City, they will travel to the Julfa region. The first stop will be Ashabi Kahf. Ashabi-Kahf is a refuge in a natural cave in the eastern part of the Julfa region. Ashabi-Kahf's meaning in Arabic is “the owners of the cave.” In the 18th surah of the Holy Qur'an “Al-Kahf,” Ashabi-Kahf was mentioned. Khanegah tomb is located near Alinja Castle. Khanegah was constructed of 20 x 20 x 5 metre burned brick. The building's pendentive is shaped like muqarnas. The complex is made up of two mausoleums: one from the 15th century is attached to the other. Then you will be taken to Alinja Castle which is considered Machu Picchu of Azerbaijan. Alinja earlier in the 14th century, the castle was known as an Azerbaijani fortress – it is a tower located west of the village of Khanega, not far from the city of Julfa in Azerbaijan, on the right bank of the Alinja River (Alinjachay), on the top of the Alinja Mountain. Here there is a museum also which contains equipment from that century. Guests will be dropped back to Nakhchivan City.