Agpilyakyan Ruins
Agpilyakyan at a Glance#
About Agpilyakyan#
Agpilyakyan is a locality in the Shaki District of Azerbaijan. It is identified as a populated place within the administrative district.
The settlement forms part of the rural and small-town network of the Shaki District and is subject to local municipal administration. Specific amenities and visitor services are typical of small settlements in the region and vary by locality.
Geographically it sits within northwestern Azerbaijan in the Shaki administrative area, surrounded by the district’s mixed agricultural and mountainous landscapes. Access is by regional roads connecting to the district centre.
How to Get to Agpilyakyan#
Agpilyakyan is reached by regional roads from the district centre, Shaki (Şəki). From Shaki, local roads lead into mountain villages; road conditions vary and can be steep and narrow. The nearest major transport hubs are the city of Ganja and Baku for international connections.
Public transport to small villages is limited; arranging a car or a shared taxi from Shaki is the most reliable option. Allow extra time for winding roads and possible weather delays.
Tips for Visiting Agpilyakyan#
- Local pronunciation and family names matter - ask a resident how they refer to the place.
- Carry water and sun protection; the Shaki region can be dry in summer.
- Wear sturdy footwear; terrain around small Azerbaijani settlements can be rocky.
Best Time to Visit Agpilyakyan#
Spring and autumn are best for comfortable temperatures and clearer travel conditions.
Weather & Climate near Agpilyakyan#
Agpilyakyan's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -3°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (640 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | -3° - 6° | -1° | 30 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 1.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.5h |
| February | Acceptable | -3° - 7° | 2° | 36 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 1.8 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.5h |
| March | Acceptable | 0° - 10° | 4° | 54 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 1.7 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 6° - 17° | 11° | 69 mm | partly cloudy | 64% | 1.9 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.1h |
| May | Very Good | 11° - 21° | 16° | 84 mm | partly cloudy | 59% | 1.9 m/s | 1.6 very high | 14.3h |
| June | Excellent | 15° - 26° | 21° | 80 mm | some cloud | 49% | 1.8 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.8h |
| July | Excellent | 18° - 30° | 24° | 47 mm | some cloud | 45% | 1.7 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.6h |
| August | Excellent | 18° - 29° | 24° | 43 mm | some cloud | 44% | 1.8 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.6h |
| September | Excellent | 14° - 25° | 19° | 47 mm | some cloud | 57% | 1.7 m/s | 1.2 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 8° - 18° | 13° | 72 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 1.6 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Good | 3° - 12° | 6° | 46 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 1.7 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.8h |
| December | Acceptable | -1° - 8° | 2° | 32 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 1.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |