Historic Centre of Sheki with the Khan’s Palace

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The Historic Centre of Sheki with the Khan’s Palace: A Blend of Cultures and Architecture

The Historic Centre of Sheki with the Khan’s Palace, inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2019, offers a unique blend of cultures and architectural styles that have been shaped by the city's strategic location and historical events. Situated at the foot of the Greater Caucasus Mountains and divided by the Gurjana River, Sheki presents a captivating urban landscape that reflects the influences of various civilizations.

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UNESCO Description of the World Heritage Site

The historic city of Sheki is located at the foot of the Greater Caucasus Mountains and divided in two by the Gurjana River. While the older northern part is built on the mountain, its southern part extends into the river valley. Its historic centre, rebuilt after the destruction of an earlier town by mudflows in the 18th century, is characterized by a traditional architectural ensemble of houses with high gabled roofs. Located along important historic trade routes, the city's architecture is influenced by Safavid, Qadjar and Russian building traditions. The Khan Palace, in the northeast of the city, and a number of merchant houses reflect the wealth generated by silkworm breeding and the trade in silk cocoons from the late 18th to the 19th centuries.

Encyclopedia Record: Three Saints Church (Shaki)

Nukha Three Saints Church, Nukha Holy Church or Round Temple is a former Russian Orthodox church building located in Shaki, Azerbaijan near Khan's Palace, named after the Cappadocian Fathers.

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