Gazakhlar Mosque
Mosque Historic mosque located in Gəncə, Azerbaijan
Gazakhlar Mosque in Azerbaijan serves as a local place of worship and draws those interested in Islamic architecture, community practice and regional mosque design.
How to Get to Gazakhlar Mosque #
Gəncə is accessible by road and rail from Baku and other Azerbaijani cities; local transportation and taxis can take visitors to the mosque district. Check local visitor information for opening times and any visitor rules.
Tips for Visiting Gazakhlar Mosque #
- Visit mosque sites during non-prayer hours if intending to photograph; be mindful of worshippers and local dress codes.
- Speak with local caretakers about restorations and historical plaques - they often have oral histories not found in guidebooks.
- Combine a visit with nearby historical attractions in Gəncə to get a fuller sense of the city's architectural layers.
Best Time to Visit Gazakhlar Mosque #
Spring through autumn is nicest for visiting urban heritage sites and walking the city.
Weather & Climate near Gazakhlar Mosque #
Gazakhlar Mosque's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 31°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. The wettest month with 67 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. The driest month with just 13 mm and partly cloudy skies.
