Travelling among the mountains and plains of the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, you will discover breathtaking landscapes, ancient monuments and quaint villages nestling in scenic valleys. The towns and cities of this region also boast a host of historical and cultural sites, tidy squares and inimitable hospitality.
Nakhchivan City, is 536 km from Baku, near the border with Iran and close to the Nakhchivan River. It is one of the most ancient cities of Azerbaijan: folk legend says it originated around the time of Noah and that Noah himself laid the foundations of the city after the Great Flood.
