'''Khinaliq''' is a city in Northeastern Azerbaijan.
Get in
All inclusive trips can be arranged. These can include transportation, nightly accommodation, meals, and hiking guides. The road has recently (in the past two years) been paved due to a visit from Azerbaijan's President. Now a car can make the trip to Khinalig. Before paving an SUV was essential (but still recommended).
Taxi
Prices will be negotiable, but expect to pay around 40AZN from Quba.
Bus
No buses are available to this location.
Get around
Walk. There won't be many other options. It should not be a problem for a reasonably fit person though you might find yourself winded from the steep hills and high altitude. Khinaliq is a very small settlement.
See
Scenery
Surrounded by mountains and green valleys (summer only), Khinaliq offers fabulous natural scenery.
Architecture
The houses in Khinaliq are a visual example of the distinctive village. One persons roof is another's front door terrace.
Do
Get Outdoors
Khinaliq boasts of some of the best hiking and camping in Azerbaijan. The surroundings of the village are wide open and include nearby caves with a waterfall. The water is actually filtering through the cliff rocks. More extensive hikes can be done by using a guide book or hiring a local guide. Horses can also be rented to carry gear and/or people.
Note: Keep in mind that hiking is not considered a recreational activity for most Azerbaijani people, but Khinaligi people are more appreciative of the benefits of eco-tourism.
Buy
Shepherd's cap: Made from wool, these caps will keep your head toasty in the coldest conditions. The caps are very distinctive to this area. The caps come in several colors; from white to dark wool.
Eat
Mutton: Khinaliq is a vegetarian's nightmare. The high altitude won't allow many vegetables to grow.
Drink
Sleep
Contact
Get out
Quba
Shahdag (King Mountain): Azerbaijan's highest mountain
Baltagaya: Cliff mountain pass at 3,200 meters. From here, great views of vallies on Khinaliq and Laza sides. Also a vantage point for Shahdag.
Qizil Gaya
Ateshgah: A sacred, natural, eternal flame
Cloudcatcher Canyon: Scenic landscape between Guba and Khinalig