Nakhchivan, Capital city in Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, Azerbaijan
Nakhchivan extends across the foothills of the Zangezur Mountains at 873 meters elevation, along the Nakhchivan River bank near the borders of Armenia and Iran.
The ancient settlement dates back to 1500 BCE and received numerous rulers through centuries, including Persians, Russians, and Ottomans before becoming an autonomous region of Azerbaijan.
The Momine Khatun Mausoleum represents medieval architectural excellence with geometric patterns and Kufic inscriptions covering its decagonal structure in the city center.
The Nakhchivan International Airport connects the exclave with domestic destinations and Turkey, while public buses provide transportation throughout the urban areas.
The Duzdag Salt Cave near the city functions as a medical center where patients receive treatment for respiratory conditions in natural salt chambers.
Location: Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic
Inception: 1500 BCE
Elevation above the sea: 873 m
Website: http://www.nakhchivan.az/
Website: http://nakhchivan.az
GPS coordinates: 39.21750,45.40697
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:33
Azerbaijan combines contemporary architecture with ancient heritage. Baku showcases modern skyscrapers alongside medieval monuments in its fortified city. The landscapes include the Caucasus Mountains with traditional villages and ski resorts. The territory contains mud volcanoes in Gobustan, natural gas flames, and the Caspian Sea coast. Historical buildings, museums, and religious structures reflect the country's history through different periods.
Momine Khatun Mausoleum
539 m
Alinja Tower
25.1 km
Ashabi-Kahf in Nakhchivan
15.7 km
Noah’s Mausoleum
2.5 km
Armenian Monastic Ensembles of Iran
27.2 km
Yusif ibn Kuseyir Mausoleum
1.8 km
Garabaghlar Mausoleum
30.1 km
Gulustan Mausoleum
31.5 km
Chupan Chapel
30.5 km
Church of the Holy Mother of God (Darresham)
25.5 km
II Kultepe
7.2 km
Aras Reservoir
9 km
Palace of Nakhchivan Khans
800 m
Mausoleum of Huseyn Javid
516 m
Saint Stepanos Monastery
27.2 km
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720 m
Naxçıvan Bayraq Meydanı Muzeyi
677 m
Yezidabad castle
2.5 km
Khanegah tomb
26 km
Holy Saviour Monastery of Julfa
29.4 km
Imamzadeh complex in Nakhchivan
1.7 km
House-Museum and Memorial Complex of Huseyn Javid
562 m
Uçan ağıl
12 km
Khajeh Nazar Caravanserai
30.5 km
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34.1 km
World War II memorial spring in Bardzruni
34.2 km
Kasiri Island
26.4 km
Bardzruni Chapel
35.3 kmReviews
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