Things to Do and See in Samaxi
Gulistan Castle Ruins
Gulistan Castle was originally the home of the Samaxi khans. The remains are located on the crest of a small hill approximately 1.8 miles (3 kilometres) north of Samaxi. The castle’s walls originate from the 11th century and later. Several earthquakes have already destroyed the castle and its walls. A short trek from Xinisli Village leads to the castle. From the summit of the hill, visitors may enjoy stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
Juma Mascid (Friday Mosque)
Juma Mascid, or Friday Mosque, is a historical structure in Samaxi City. The current edifice was erected in the 19th century on the site of an ancient mosque from the 10th century. The current construction was extensively damaged during a period of public turmoil in the region in 1918, although it was eventually repaired. The mosque’s imam lives nearby, and you may question him about the mosque’s history.
Pirquli Observatory
Pirquli Observatory was created in the 1960s and is located in Pirquli Village. The observatory was the primary space research facility for the former Soviet Union. However, the observatory has lost much of its former prominence after 1993. A meteorite collection can be found here. The 85-tonne telescope is still operational and has been well-maintained by the crew here. Visitors may observe the stars at night from adjacent smaller observatories.
Lahic Village
Lahic Village is well-known for its beautiful surroundings as well as its skilled coppersmiths and carpet makers. The community is around 12.4 miles (20 kilometres) from Ismayilli. In this village, you may experience and see people’s traditional mountain lifestyles. The streets are lined with coppersmiths’ and carpet manufacturers’ workshops. These artisans are thought to be descended from Persian craftsmen who served in the Shah’s court. In the nineteenth century, the commodities manufactured in the village were quite popular in Iraq and brought in a lot of money for the villagers.
