Located within the Fortress Wall, this World Heritage Site captures the art, aesthetics and heritage from past centuries. Overlooking the Caucasus mountains, surrounded by greenery, a visit to this Palace is essential to understand and appreciate the great culture, traditions and customs from the past. Ornamented doors, stained glass windows, intricate designs are impressive. Photography inside the Palace is not allowed. There is Tourist Information Centre, Crafts Centre and other places inside the premises. There is an admission ticket to enter the Palace.

Now 250 years old, the Palace was built as the summer residence of the Shaki Khans. Sitting in a beautiful garden, it is lavishly decorated, both inside and out. Unfortunately - and incomprehensibly ! - no photos are allowed inside, which seriously diminishes the appeal for visiting it. The specific features to look out for : mosaics of colored glass set in a wooden latticework (shebeke) that is assembled without nails or glue, pretty frescoes with flowers, hunting and battle scenes, glittering muqarnas in gold and mirrors.

We were so looking forward to visiting the summer palace while in ancient Sheki. Had read that you couldn't take photos inside the winter palace but sadly discovered when we came here, that no photos permitted here either! What a disappointment :( The guide who took us around provided some very interesting information about the stunning glasswork but unfortunately, just not the same as a photo memory! There are some billboards outside....so took a photo of those!!!!

this is the main attraction within the Sheki Fortress. it is a very beautiful palace with many shebeke (wood lattice, with and without glass) as windows, room dividers, etc. there are also well-preserved wall and ceiling paintings. sadly, no photos of interior allowed. i had the whole palace to myself as i visited it right after the Albanian president left

Interesting building in Persian style embellished thanks to a local glass workmanship technique which allows creations with no use of wood nails nor glue. Beautiful paintings on the roof. Please note: it is NOT allowed to take pictures inside the building. To access the relevant floor, you need to go up very steep steps, please consider this if you have mobility issues. Access is only allowed in small groups of about 15 people at a time. Since this is no overcrowded tourist destination, this has little influence on your time schedule. However, be aware just in case.

The Palace of Sheki Khans, Sheki: The simple, down to earth but seriously ornate palace for the times palace is the only reason why we endured the long, long ride to Sheki. It finally earned its shiny spot in the UNESCO list in 2019. Persian architects designed this. The breathtaking bits are the light pouring through the venetian coloured glass windows, intricately pieced together, 1 glass by 1 glass piece in a lattice-work, each imported from Venice. Frescoes of the 18th century tell all sorts of symbolic stories. #eatstylishtravelstylish

Impressive building especially from the outside. Entry to the garden area is free, however you have to pay 9 Manat for entry inside the palace. Note it is small with just 4 rooms, however that are all intricately painted and look impressive. NOTE. You cannot take photos inside (signs everywhere telling you this) and don’t even try there are security cameras watching to make sure you don’t. I saw someone doing the casual and quick photo’ing on their phone. The guard was straight up to them and required that they deleted the photos whilst they watched (and yes even from the deleted folder) much to that groups annoyance. I know these rules can be maddening however it’s always funny to see someone getting caught when trying to break them.

The Palace, which once was the summer offices of the khans, is located inside the Fortress. You are free to walk around outside and take photos, but entrance is by guided tour only, and costs 9 Manat per person. It is, however, totally worth it, as otherwise you would have no idea of the luxurious interiors or the history behind it. Guides take tours all the time, so there is no waiting for a group to form. My guide spoke very good English when talking about the building, but struggled to answer my extra questions, which was a bit of a pity. Photos are forbidden, so it really has to be seen with your own eyes. The building is on two floors with very steep stairs in between. There is no way to describe the windows, the murals and the architecture, you simply have to go in yourself. I absolutely loved the tour and I think it is veyr worth the visit.

The Sheki Khan palace in Sheki is a beautiful little palace with the Caucasus mountain in the background. The architecture of the palace is remarkable The paintings on the ceiling and the inner walls are very beautiful. Inside the Castle complex the "ABAD" Sheki Ceramics and Applied Art Center is there. The center promotes ceramic art. The walls of the building is decorated with beautiful ceramic art. There is a line of terracotta figures of different figures which is quite interesting Ticket can be purchased at the entrance and guide can be hired with additional cost Photography is prohibited inside the

Nestled amidst the picturesque landscapes of Sheki, the Sheki Palace stands as a testament to history and architectural brilliance. Having visited numerous palaces, I can confidently say that Sheki Palace is one of the most beautiful l've encountered. Unlike the grand residences where Khans resided, Sheki Palace is relatively small. However, its charm lies in its intricate details and rich heritage. The Khan didn't live here, but the palace served other important functions. As you step inside, prepare to be mesmerized by the exquisite miniature paintings adorning the walls and ceilings. Each stroke tells a story, and the colors transport you to another era. Admission to the palace costs 9AZN, while hiring a guide is an additional 10AZN. Trust me, the guide is worth it-they'll unravel hidden tales and historical nuggets. Two ancient oak trees stand sentinel in front of the palace. Their gnarled branches seem to whisper secrets of centuries gone by. Sheki Palace is meticulously preserved. Its walls echo with the footsteps of generations, and the air carries echoes of forgotten conversations. Locals and tourists alike appreciate its significance, even if the ticket prices differ. Alas, photography isn't allowed within the palace. But perhaps this restriction adds to the mystique-sometimes memories are best etched in our minds.