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Yeddi Gumbaz Mausoleum
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The Yeddi Gumbaz Mausoleum complex, meaning 'Seven Domes,' is a medieval cemetery near Shamakhi featuring seven domed tombs dating from the 17th to 19th centuries. Each mausoleum is unique in design, with stone carvings and inscriptions. Visitors can wander among the structures, appreciating the intricate brickwork and the serene, windswept setting that offers a tangible connection to the area's past.
Don't miss
- Examine the varying dome shapes, from pointed to bulbous, reflecting different periods.
- Read the Arabic inscriptions on the tombs, which provide historical context.
- Photograph the mausoleums against the backdrop of the Caucasus Mountains.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Yeddi Gumbaz Mausoleum
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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