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Khachmaz

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Practical info — Khachmaz

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🌤 Weather — 5 days

📍 Nearby

Sights nearby

💡 Tips

Khachmaz is the gateway to the Nabran beaches; plan a day trip to the Caspian Sea coast.
The region is famous for its agriculture. Make sure to try the local fruit, especially cherries and apples in the summer.
Public minibuses (marshrutkas) are the easiest and cheapest way to travel to the nearby coastal towns.
Visit the Park of Culture and Rest, which is uniquely decorated with sculptures of mythological figures.
The markets are most bustling in the early morning, so it's worth getting up early.

🍽 Food

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Piti or local kebabs

Look for a traditional chaykhana (teahouse) in the center for the best experience.

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Fresh local fruit

Buy directly from roadside vendors or the bustling central market.

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Azerbaijani tea (Çay)

Typically served with local fruit preserves (murabba); a must-try.

🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots

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Khachmaz Bazaar

The prime spot for fresh produce, spices, and everyday local life.

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Local crafts

Check out the small shops near the center for regional carpets and souvenirs.

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Heydar Aliyev Park

A large, well-kept green area great for a relaxed afternoon walk.

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Gudiyalchay Riverside

Has peaceful stretches away from the city traffic.

Khachmaz sits on Azerbaijan's northern coast just a few kilometres from the Russian border and the Caspian shore, and with almost forty thousand inhabitants it is the centre of one of the most important agricultural districts in the country. The vast orchards and vegetable gardens produce tomatoes, cucumbers, strawberries, apples and rosehips; the district stretches towards the Caucasus, encompassing climatic zones from the subtropical lowland to cool mountain forests. On the nearby Caspian coast lies the famous resort of Nabran, with kilometres of sandy beaches, dense oak forests and numerous summer hotels, which is a popular destination for Azerbaijani families and tourists from Russia. Notable city sights include the Juma Mosque, the local history museum and the central bazaar with its rich offer of seasonal fruit and vegetables from the region.

Location: Azerbaijan
Top sights: Carpet Museum · Diyarşünaslıq Muzeyi · Dəmiryolçu Klubu
Nearby: Qusar (42 km)
Population: ~37.175 (2026)

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is May, Jun, Sep.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	4	4	8	12	19	24	26	26	22	16	10	6
Rain mm	24	29	30	29	32	27	20	21	32	42	33	25

Geography

Population

37,175 (2026)

Coordinates

41.47190, 48.80780

Facts

The Nabran recreation area extends along a coastal stretch of about 20 kilometers.
There are over 60 tourist facilities and hotels located along the coast in Khachmaz.
The city lies on the Baku-Moscow railway line, a vital international corridor.
The Samur-Yalama National Park was established in 2012 to protect coastal ecosystems.
The Khachmaz region is famous for the cultivation of over 20 different types of fruit.
The city features a significant open-air museum of history and ethnography.