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Shah Abbas Square
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Shah Abbas Square is the historic heart of Ganja, centered around the 17th-century Juma Mosque. Visitors can admire the mosque's brickwork and twin minarets, then stroll past the statue of Nizami Ganjavi, Azerbaijan's beloved poet. The square's open layout and surrounding old buildings evoke the city's Silk Road past, making it a perfect starting point for exploring Ganja's heritage.
Don't miss
- Admire the brick facade and twin minarets of the Juma Mosque
- See the statue of poet Nizami Ganjavi in the square
- Walk the square's perimeter to view historic architecture
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Ways to visit Shah Abbas Square
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inGobustan and Absheron tour4.9★ · 1,301 travelers8–9 hoursFree cancellationFrom$14 per personSee dates →
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