Azerbaijan · Village Tours

8-Hour Baku and Lahij Historic Tour with Diri Baba Mausoleum

8 Hours Round trip from Baku Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the famous Diri Baba Mausoleum, built into a cliff in Maraza in 1401
02 Explore the ancient Yeddi Gumbez mausoleum complex in Shamakhi
03 See one of the oldest mosques in Azerbaijan
04 Walk across the suspended bridge in Zarnava village
05 Hike for 40 minutes to waterfalls near the entrance to Lahij

Time-travel to the remote village of Lahij in Azerbaijan on this journey from Baku through some of the country's most historic and scenic sites. Marvel at the rich history and culture of the village along with its natural beauty as you visit the cliff-built Diri Baba Mausoleum, the Yeddi Gumbez mausoleum complex in Shamakhi, and one of the oldest mosques in Azerbaijan. The experience also includes a walk to the suspended bridge in Zarnava village and a 40-minute hike to waterfalls near the entrance to Lahij.

Marvel at the rich history and culture of the village along with its natural beauty as you visit the cliff-built Diri Baba Mausoleum, the Yeddi Gumbez mausoleum complex in Shamakhi, and one of the oldest mosques in Azerbaijan.

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What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Baku, Shamakhi, Lahıc

Languages Russian

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Baku to Shamakhi and Lahij Historical Journey

The trip starts from any point in Baku.

Visit the famous Diri Baba Mausoleum, built into a cliff in Maraza in 1401. Some people also compare it to Petra.
Then, continue to the ancient cemetery of the Yeddi Gumbez mausoleum complex in Shamakhi.
Later, drive to one of the oldest mosques in Azerbaijan.
Explore the suspended bridge in Zarnava village and witness a few waterfalls near the entrance to Lahij after a 40-minute hike.
Lunch can be included as a part of the tour.

End of tour.