Shah Abbasi Caravanserai of Ganja, 17th century caravanserai in Ganja, Azerbaijan
The Shah Abbasi Caravanserai is a 17th century building in Ganja that provided shelter for merchants and travelers on trade routes. It contains two courtyards with guest rooms, stables, and storage areas arranged in a quadrangular layout.
The building was constructed between 1606 and 1614 under the supervision of Sheikh Bahaeddin. It functioned as a major stop along trade routes for centuries before its original purpose ended in the early 20th century.
The building shows traditional Persian architectural elements that shaped how merchants and travelers experienced this place. Visitors walking through can still see how these design choices shaped the daily use of the different spaces.
The complex now functions as a hotel where visitors can explore the historic rooms and spaces. Access is straightforward since it operates as an open complex in central Ganja.
Underground passages once connected this complex to the Chokak Hamam and Shah Abbas Mosque, linking different parts of the city below ground. These hidden tunnels reveal how structures were interconnected in ways that visitors might not expect.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
