Palace of Nakhchivan Khans

The Palace of Nakhchivan Khans spans 3600 square meters with two stories containing multiple rooms, halls, and balconied corridors with walls up to 1.1 meters thick.

Built in the late 18th century by Kelbali Khan Kangarli, the palace served as the residence of Nakhchivan khans until the early 1900s and housed the National Defense Council from 1918.

The palace exhibits elements of Nakhchivan-Maragha architecture through its baked brick construction, network windows, and geometric patterns adorning the wooden beams and walls.

The palace functions as the Nakhchivan Carpet Museum since 1998, displaying over 300 carpets and 2,000 artifacts that demonstrate regional craftsmanship.

The structure includes separate northern and southern sections, with the southern portion dedicated to museum activities and the northern area preserving the khan family's private quarters.

Location: Nakhchivan

Architectural style: Architectural school of Nakhchivan

GPS coordinates: 39.21160,45.41228

Latest update: March 6, 2025 23:39