Quba, Azerbaijan

Quba, Azerbaijan

Quba Azerbaijan

Set on the foothills of the Greater Caucasus, Guba blends forests, canyons and ancient highland culture. Highlights include Khinalig village, Afurja Waterfall, Qechresh Forest, Tangealti (Gudyalchay) Canyon, and the Red Village of Mountain Jews.


Getting there

By car: Baku - Guba 170–180 km, about 2.5–3.5 h.

Transfers/tours: Off‑road vans/JEEPs to Khinalig (season dependent).

Public transport: Buses to Guba bus station + local taxi/transfer.


Best time

Apr–Sep: green forests & accessible roads to Khinalig.

Oct–Nov: apple orchards & fall foliage.

Winter: possible snow on mountain roads; check conditions.


Where to stay

Downtown Guba hotels, cabins around Qechresh, simple guesthouses on the Khinalig road.


Sights & experiences

Khinalig stone‑house village · Afurja Waterfall · Qechresh picnic & trails · Tangealti Canyon viewpoints · Red Village heritage · Guba carpet workshops · seasonal apple picking


Sample itineraries (1/2/3 days)

1: Qechresh + Afurja · 2: add Khinalig day trip · 3: add Tangealti & Red Village.


FAQ

Is Khinalig reachable by sedan? Road & weather vary; high‑clearance/4×4 recommended.

Family‑friendly? Forest/picnic areas are; mountain drives require caution.

Any hiking? Yes — short scenic trails near forests & village ridges.

Recommended airport
Qabala Airport (GBB)
Nearby destinations
  • Khinaliq a 38.79 km
  • Shabran a 39.71 km
  • Shahdagh a 30.67 km
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