Imagine you are on a trip to Azerbaijan and you’re given a chance to explore the oldest, the most hidden, remote, and the highest village in the country on your Azerbaijan tour package, it would be wonderful, wouldn’t it? 

Azerbaijan is a hidden gem that not many know about. If one is ever lucky enough to go on an Azerbaijan Travel Package, there would be so much to learn and experience that not many other hyped tourist destinations can’t keep up with. Just like the numerous other places in Azerbaijan, Khinalug is one such spot where visitors can expect to see some of the most unique and iconic ways of living, the most beautiful views of the mountains, and the most unusual customs and traditions. 

If there’s one thing that Azerbaijan does best, it is the creation of the most hospitable environment for visitors, and Nitsa Holidays also gives it tough competition in the same. So why not combine both? Let Nitsa Holiday take you to the best possible location in Azerbaijan with the best tour package.

Where is Khinalug? 

In the midst of The Great Caucasian Mountains, standing at 2000 meters above sea level, in the southwest of Quba, lies the hidden village of Khinalug, Azerbaijan. 

How to Reach Khinalug

Khinalug is just a 3-hour drive away from Quba and the path is so beautiful that you won’t be able to tell where time has flown. 

How is the Khinalug Village

♦ The Locals- The people in the Khinalug Village are extremely generous, friendly, and respectful. They are a religious group that still follows the traditions and teachings of the past and speaks their own language. 

♦ Weather- The temperature takes drastic turns throughout the year with the summers being hot and sunny whereas the winter temperatures dropping to even -20 degrees. 

♦ Lifestyle- You are probably going to witness some amazing sights of men looking after cattle and women weaving traditional shawls and carpets. 

♦ Food- There are not many international dishes available but the local delights that you will be served are going to be extremely delightful. The ingredients are simple and found in and around the village but the taste is extraordinary. 

♦ Accommodation- You can find homestays with locals opening their doors to guests at the reasonable price of INR 1000/- for one. 

What to See in Khinalug

♦ The Village and its Architecture- The houses reflect an ancient style of architecture. All of them are pretty much identical to each other and are made with cobblestones. A walk around the village is exciting as you come across smiling faces staring at you with amusement. 

♦ Historical-Ethnographic Museum- To connect even better with history, visit this museum and see weapons, statues, and art that glorify the village and its past. 

Trekking in Khinalug

For everyone visiting Khinalug, trekking around the village is a must! With Khinalug as the base, trekkers can go ahead and explore the surrounding mountains of Khinalig, Sahdag, and Heydar. You can hire horses to carry your luggage and even you on their back. The trek is suitable even for beginners and the pathway is not that long but it is just jaw-dropping. You can find numerous caves and waterfalls on your way to the top with sights of water running down the hills and once you reach the top, prepare to witness a glimpse of heaven. The 360-degree view of the luscious landscape and the gorgeous valley are ethereal. Every angle is as picturesque as you can imagine and the memories are bound to last forever! 

Points to Remember 

♦ Carry cash with you since there are no ATMs in the village.

♦ Carry warm clothes since the weather changes rapidly.

♦ If you’re a vegetarian, carry some snacks with you since there aren’t many options available in the village.

♦ Do buy the local hat and honey to bring back as souvenirs.

♦ Be wary of wild animals while walking around the village.