Tour to Guba Khinalig - Azerbaijan Information
Azerbaijan has a lot of historical places and early foci of the origin of civilization, but there is a place that is expertly hidden from human eyes.
Deep in the vast expanses of the Caucasus Range at the height of 2100-2200 m above sea level, the high mountain village of Khnalig has been proudly standing for 5,000 years. Now there are about 380 houses, which are 200-300 years old. Its inhabitants, the Khalaly people, contrary to all the laws of civilization, live their own lives.
The uniqueness of these people lies in the fact that they have no associated ethnic groups and are one of a kind. The Khinaligians call proudly their village Kyat and themselves the kyats. They claim to be direct descendants of Noah himself. Due to the fact that the landscape can make the full placement of houses, they are built on top of each other, that is, one house is the roof and the yard of another. This undoubtedly breaks all the stereotypes of construction, but as noted above Khnalyg is the site of contradictions.
Tour to Guba Khinalig - Azerbaijan Itinerary
DAY1 Tour to Guba-Gusar-Khinalig
Beshbarmag (five-fingered mountain)
The rocky massif called Beshbarmag (546 meters above sea level) got its name from the shape of a stone peak resembling a palm with five fingers. The mountain is known as a defensive monument with a long history, as well as a place of pilgrimage, where thousands of people from all over the country come annually. Beshbarmag keeps many secrets, myths, and legends. Many mystical stories are associated with this mountain, which is today considered to be sacred. For example, it is believed that there is a magic stone, after which infertile people get the opportunity to have children. They also talk about healing water oozing from stones at its top - the tears of the prophet Khizyr. According to legend, an ancient prophet named Khizyr, who was looking for an elixir of life, came upon a source of living water in this place, after drinking from which, he became immortal. Therefore, the mountain is also called "Khizir-Zindya" - "Immortal Khizir".
Guba, a favorite place for tourists, famous for its juicy apples and handmade ornamental rugs, the price of which sometimes amounts up to thousands of dollars. There is one of the most famous settlements of mountain Jews - the red settlement. Guba is also famous for local sweets, one of which is the famous Guba baklava.
Red settlement.
There is one of the most famous settlements of mountain Jews. this settlement was renamed Krasnaya Sloboda in 1926 and is the administrative unit of the self-government of the city of Guba. The village of Krasnaya Sloboda is the only densely populated place of mountain Jews in the entire post-Soviet space.
Gachryashsky forest
It will thrill you. This is a dense and shady forest park where you can hide from the sun on summer days. There are many restaurants and cafes on the territory of Gachryash, where traditional dishes unique in taste and consistency are served.
It is located in an inaccessible area in the south-west part of the Guba district on the slope of Mount Kyzylkaya, on the northern slope of the Main Caucasian Range, opposite the mountain of the same name Khinalig. The village attracts tourists and travelers with its inaccessibility, peculiar language, unique architectural design, and culture. There are pilgrimage sites of the Middle Ages for fire worshipers, mosques, caves, and numerous unexplored archaeological sites. Most of the territory is covered with subalpine and alpine meadows. An asphalt road leads to Khinalig from the district center of Guba. There is a frontier post and one of the entrances to the Shahdag National Park. The entire mountainous area around Khinalig is the Shahdag National Park.
Tour to Guba Khinalig - Azerbaijan What's Include
- Russian-speaking guide
- Meals
- transfer
- transport services
- insurance
- water 0.5 l. per person per day
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Personal English speaking guide
Tour to Guba Khinalig - Azerbaijan Not Include
- hotel
- light snacks
- entrance fees
Tour to Guba Khinalig - Azerbaijan FAQ
How difficult is the Tour to Guba-Gusar-Khinalig?
Easy! The hiking distance in Khinalig 10+ km and the duration 3+ hours but the path is very easy. Age isn't important if you have hiking experience and good physical form.
When is the season of Guba-Gusar-Khinalig tour?
Tour provides daily, from April till the end of October is recommended.
What is the duration of the tour?
The Tour Duration is 1 day (10-12 hours). But at will, you can make changes or extend this tour.
What is the weather like in autumn? What is the appropriate footwear and clothes for the tour.
The village is located deep in the vast expanses of the Caucasus Range at an altitude of 2100-2200 m above sea level. Поэтому вам понадобятся легкая куртка и хорошая прогулочная обувь.
What is Khinalig village famous for?
The village attracts tourists and travelers with its inaccessibility, a peculiar language, unique architectural design and culture. There are pilgrimage sites of Middle Ages for fire worshipers, mosques, caves.
Tour to Guba Khinalig - Azerbaijan Availability
01 May - 31 Jul Available
TOTAL PRICE $389Individual
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TOTAL PRICE $389Individual
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