Kültəpə
Archaeological Site Ancient archaeological settlement mound with Bronze Age remains
An archaeological tell in Nakhchivan with ancient settlement layers; Kültəpə draws students of Caucasus history and visitors interested in early pottery, ruins and regional archaeology.
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How to Get to Kültəpə #
Kültəpə lies within the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic. The site is most conveniently reached by road from Nakhchivan city; local taxis or rented cars are the usual option. Rural roads can be rough; check with local authorities or guides for the best route.
Tips for Visiting Kültəpə #
- Respect local customs: Nakhchivan has stricter border controls and visitors should carry identification at all times.
- Combine a visit with nearby medieval sites - the region has small, easily missed historical monuments.
- Road conditions vary; a high-clearance vehicle is useful for rural approaches.
Best Time to Visit Kültəpə #
Visit in spring or autumn for comfortable weather and clear views; summers can be hot and winters snowy.
Weather & Climate near Kültəpə #
Kültəpə's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 34°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -5°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with 43 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 34°C and lows of 19°C. Light rainfall.
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August
August is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 7 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 15°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -3°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
