Ashabi-Kahf in Nakhchivan, Religious cave sanctuary in Nakhchivan, Azerbaijan
The natural cave formation sits within the Zangezur mountain range at 1665 meters elevation, featuring multiple chambers with high ceilings.
The cave gained religious significance during the Roman period when, according to accounts, young men sought refuge from Emperor Diocletian's persecution.
The site holds special meaning in Islamic tradition, with the entire 18th chapter of the Quran, Surah Al-Kahf, dedicated to its story.
Visitors can access the cave complex through a 13-kilometer paved road, with modern facilities and a mosque constructed in 1998.
The cave walls contain natural and human-made recesses, while ancient inscriptions from the Quran remain preserved on the stone surfaces.
GPS coordinates: 39.22028,45.58917
Latest update: May 11, 2025 09:57
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