Quba District Essentials

This collection highlights the diverse cultural and natural landscape of Azerbaijan's Quba District. It features the ancient, high-altitude village of Khinalug and the sacred Babadag peak. The list showcases the Red Village’s heritage through the 19th-century Gilyaki Synagogue and the Jewish Museum. Architectural landmarks like the octagonal Juma Mosque stand alongside natural sites such as the 75-meter-high Afurja Waterfall and Chanlibell Lake. The region's history is further represented by the 12th-century Div Qalasi ruins and the local History and Ethnography Museum.

Khinalug

Khinalug, Khynalyg, or Khinalyg, is a municipality and an ancient Caucasian village with origins dating back to the Caucasian Albanian…

Juma Mosque

Built in 1802, this brick mosque features a unique octagonal structure and a large metal dome with a 16-meter diameter. It is one of the oldest religious centers in the region.

Jewish Museum

Housed in the historic Six-Dome Synagogue within the Red Village, this museum documents the history, customs, and religious traditions of the Mountain Jews in Azerbaijan.

Afurca Şelalesi

Located on the Velvelichay River, this 75-meter-high waterfall is one of the tallest in Azerbaijan, surrounded by the steep cliffs of the Tengealtı Canyon.

Chanlibell

An artificial lake surrounded by dense forests, frequently used for fishing and boat tours. It provides views of the surrounding Greater Caucasus foothills.

Gilyaki Synagogue

Constructed in 1896, this two-story synagogue in the Red Village serves the local Mountain Jewish community and features traditional architectural elements and a central dome.

New Yanardag (New "fire mountain") soldier blocking the entrance can’t go there anymore

A natural gas fire burning on a hillside near the village of Khinalug. Access is currently restricted due to its proximity to military zones.

History and Ethnography Museum

The museum exhibits archaeological artifacts, traditional Quba carpets, ancient weapons, and documents detailing the region's medieval history, housed in a fortress-like building.

Babadag

Babadağ is a mountain in Quba District, Azerbaijan. It is considered a sacred site. pilgrims make the long trek to the summit from Babadağ…

Tower Div Qalasi (Dakhma) (11-12 cc.)

Remains of an 11th to 12th-century defensive structure located near the village of Galaxudat. It is historically associated with local legends and ancient Zoroastrian burial practices.