Noah’s Mausoleum Monument
Shrine claiming Noah's burial site, pilgrimage destination
In Nakhchivan, Noah's Mausoleum is a domed memorial associated with the prophet Noah. Pilgrims and tourists visit for religious tradition, historical plaques and views over the surrounding plain.
Noah’s Mausoleum at a Glance#
Address: Noah’s Mausoleum, Nakhchivan City, Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, Azerbaijan
Hours: Daily 24 hours
Admission: Free
How to Get to Noah’s Mausoleum#
Noah’s Mausoleum is in or near Nakhchivan City and is accessible by taxi or short local bus ride from the city center. Nakhchivan has an airport with flights from Baku and regional services; road access is possible from neighboring provinces.
Tips for Visiting Noah’s Mausoleum#
- Visit at sunrise when the low light reveals carved inscriptions and the stonework's subtle colors.
- The nearby Nakhchivan Museum of History often contains contextual artifacts that explain local traditions around Noah's Mosque and tomb.
- Respect local religious customs - modest dress and quiet behavior are expected at the site.
Best Time to Visit Noah’s Mausoleum#
Mild seasons are best for comfortable visits and photography; summers can be very hot and winters quite cold.
Weather & Climate near Noah’s Mausoleum#
Noah’s Mausoleum'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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -6° - 1° | -5° | 17 mm | overcast | 68% | 1.5 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.6h |
| February | Poor | -4° - 5° | -1° | 16 mm | overcast | 62% | 1.5 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.6h |
| March | Acceptable | 1° - 12° | 5° | 27 mm | overcast | 56% | 1.9 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 7° - 19° | 13° | 38 mm | overcast | 56% | 2.1 m/s | 1.3 high | 13.1h |
| May | Excellent | 12° - 25° | 18° | 41 mm | partly cloudy | 52% | 2.0 m/s | 1.8 very high | 14.2h |
| June | Ideal | 16° - 30° | 23° | 27 mm | some cloud | 43% | 2.1 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 14.7h |
| July | Ideal | 20° - 34° | 27° | 10 mm | some cloud | 40% | 2.6 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 14.5h |
| August | Ideal | 19° - 34° | 27° | 6 mm | mostly sunny | 40% | 2.6 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.5h |
| September | Ideal | 15° - 30° | 22° | 9 mm | mostly sunny | 46% | 2.0 m/s | 1.5 very high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 8° - 21° | 15° | 20 mm | partly cloudy | 54% | 1.4 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Good | 2° - 12° | 7° | 22 mm | partly cloudy | 61% | 1.3 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.9h |
| December | Acceptable | -3° - 6° | 1° | 19 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 1.2 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.3h |
