Nakhchivan is the centre of Azerbaijan's autonomous republic and the only Azerbaijani territory with a land border with Turkiye. The city's emblem is the Momine Khatun mausoleum, built in 1186 by Ajami Abubakr, and the museum grounds beside it gather buildings from the Atabeg period. Outside the centre lie the tomb of the prophet Noah, the salt galleries of Duzdag and the Alinja Fortress clinging to rocky mountains. Turkish citizens can enter Azerbaijan without a visa using an identity card. Turkish Airlines flies direct from Istanbul and AJet from Sabiha Gokcen.
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See flights to Nakhchivan →When to visit Nakhchivan
April to June and September to October are the best months, comfortable for both the city and the mountain roads. July and August are very hot and dry, while winters are harsh and snowy. The orchards of Ordubad enter their harvest season in autumn.
Things to do in Nakhchivan
The Momine Khatun mausoleum
Look closely at the geometric decoration of the twelve sided brick tomb built in 1186.
The tomb of Noah
See the rebuilt tomb on the hill south of the city and step down into the lower chamber.
The Alinja Fortress
Climb the rock fortress by about two thousand steps and look down over the valley.
The Duzdag salt cave
Walk the old salt galleries and see the sections used for respiratory treatment.
The Ashabi Kahf shrine
Climb to the cave shrine between the rock blocks and take in the barren landscape around it.
Ordubad
In the historic town about 70 km east, visit the square with its plane trees and the stone houses.
Flights from Turkey to Nakhchivan
Nakhchivan is served by Nakhchivan International Airport (NAJ), about 5 km from the city centre and reached by taxi in 10 to 15 minutes. There are direct flights from Istanbul and Sabiha Gokcen. Entry is also possible overland through the border crossing near Igdir.
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Which airport serves Nakhchivan and how do I reach the city?
Flights land at Nakhchivan International Airport (NAJ), about 5 km from the centre, reached by taxi in 10 to 15 minutes.
Are there direct flights from Turkiye to Nakhchivan, and is a visa needed?
Yes. Turkish Airlines flies direct from Istanbul and AJet from Sabiha Gokcen, with the flight taking about 2 hours 50 minutes. Turkish citizens can enter Azerbaijan without a visa and may travel with an identity card.
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