Our first stop will begin at a roadside cafe in the Ismailli Forest, where you will immerse yourself in the atmosphere of this region while enjoying kutabs filled with fresh green herbs grown right here. Not only will you enjoy the rich flavors of the region in every bite of these flatbreads, but you will also witness the amazing process of making them. Surrounded by nature, you will be immersed in the enchanting beauty of Ismaillah's lush landscapes, with its mountainous terrain and picturesque forests, creating a truly unforgettable gastronomic experience.
The next stop will be the village of Lahij, which you will visit while driving through the forests and winding serpentines of the Caucasus Mountains. A breathtaking natural canyon awaits you, as well as a visit to the Zernava suspension pedestrian bridge.
The amazing architectural style of Lahij with its two-story houses and cobbled streets along the banks of the Girdiman River is sure to amaze you. Lahij – this is a real village of craftsmen and artisans, passing on their traditions and technologies for processing non-ferrous metals (copper, bronze). Beautiful copper products made by local craftsmen were even presented at the World Exhibition in Vienna in 1873. Here, each quarter has its own unique mosque, which makes the village even more attractive.
Lunch in the Ismailli forest will be the main gastronomic event of the tour. In the cozy Trapeza restaurant you will enjoy a three-course lunch, and tea will complete this gastronomic experience under the influence of fresh air saturated with oxygen, which will have a beneficial effect on your digestion.
Fed and with pleasant memories from the first half of the tour, guests will move on, where the culmination of this exciting journey awaits them.
The first stop of the Shemakha-Lahij tour includes a visit to the small town of Gobustan. Here guests will have an excursion to the place where an amazing miracle happened almost a thousand years ago. The picturesque ravine, known as "Little Petra", is famous for the historical mausoleum of "Diri Baba", which has become a pilgrimage site.
After this exciting excursion, the bus will head to the territory of gardens and vineyards in the temperate climate of the neighboring city of Shemakha.
Languages of the tour
- Russian
Route
- Trying Ismailli kutabs
- Lahij - Village of craftsmen and artisans
- Lunch in Ismailli
- Mausoleum of Diri Baba
Information
Order cancellation conditions:
If a tourist cancels an excursion less than 3 days in advance – penalty 100%
Important:
- The company is not responsible for lost items
- Responsibility for having an individual insurance policy falls on the tourist.
- Visiting holy places is permitted only in modest clothing.
We recommend taking with you:
- Headdress
- Camera
- Video camera
- Pocket money
Included in the price:
- Professional Russian speaking guide,
- transfer from the hotel and back to the hotel,
- treating with kutabs,
- lunch
- comfortable car with seat belts and air conditioning.
Not included in the price:
- Personal expenses.
- Dishes or drinks not included in the menu can be ordered for an additional fee.
Attractions
Lahij in Azerbaijan is an amazing place where the architectural style and craft traditions create the unique appearance of this village. Lahij is stunning with its two-story houses and cobbled streets that line the banks of the Girdiman River. This is not just a place, it is a real village of craftsmen and artisans.