Xanliqlar

Xanliqlar is a village in Qazax District in western Azerbaijan, located in the agricultural plains about 12 km east of Qazakh town. The village is a small farming community in the Kura River lowlands, with fields of grain and sunflowers stretching to the horizon. Life here moves at a slow, rural pace, and the main economic activities are crop farming and livestock herding.

Summers are hot (25–35°C), winters mild (0–8°C). Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) offer the most pleasant weather for visiting.

By Plane

Ganja International Airport (GNJ) is about 45 km east. A taxi from the airport costs 30–40 AZN.

By Train

Qazakh railway station is about 12 km west, with trains from Ganja (1 hr) and Baku (5 hr).

By Car / Road

From Qazakh, drive 12 km east (15 min). A taxi costs 8–10 AZN. From Ganja, it is 55 km west (45 min). The road is paved and in good condition.

Xanliqlar consists of a single main street and a few side lanes — everything is walkable. A vehicle is needed for trips to Qazakh or Ganja.

• Agricultural plains — Vast open fields of wheat, barley, and sunflowers stretching across the flat lowlands. Particularly scenic in late spring when the crops are green and in summer when sunflowers are in bloom.

• Traditional village life — Stone houses with metal roofs, livestock pens, and farmyards offer a glimpse into rural Azerbaijani life.

• Walking and cycling — The quiet, flat country roads are ideal for relaxed cycling or long walks.

• Photography — The open landscapes with distant mountain views provide good photo opportunities, especially at golden hour.

• Farm visits — Some local farmers may allow visitors to observe livestock or crop harvesting (best in May–October).

There are no restaurants in Xanliqlar. Self-cater with supplies from Qazakh, or eat in Qazakh town where several basic eateries serve plov, kebabs, bozbash (lamb soup), and dolma for 4–8 AZN.

Bottled water is recommended. Azerbaijani tea is available at cafés in Qazakh.

• Budget: Guesthouses in Qazakh town (12 km west) charge 20–30 AZN per night. There is no accommodation in Xanliqlar itself.

Xanliqlar has no shops. Bring all supplies from Qazakh (12 km west), which has a small bazaar selling fresh produce, bread, and household goods.

• Qazakh (12 km west, 15 min) — District capital with bazaar, train station, and the Mountain Goyazan climb.
• Ashagi Salahli (8 km west, 10 min) — Village with a natural thermal spring hamam.
• Ganja (45 km east, 40 min) — Azerbaijan's second city with the Nizami Mausoleum, Juma Mosque, and historic baths.
• Dash Salahli (15 km west) — Border village near Armenia.
• Baku (450 km east, 5.5 hr) — Capital city with the Flame Towers and Old City.