Natural resorts and wellness spas
If you’re tired of the concrete jungles of modern cities, Gabala is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle. Nestled among enchanting pine forests on the shore of the serene Nohur Lake, and close to the cool mountain waterfalls, Gabala is an ideal retreat for those who cherish peace and tranquility.
During the Soviet era, Gabala was named Kutkashenly in honor of Ismail-bek Kutkashenly—a legendary military general and writer, who authored the groundbreaking love story "Rashid Bek and Saadet Khanum," first published in French in Warsaw in 1835.
Ancient Gabala was once the capital of Caucasian Albania—a historical state that existed over much of the territory of modern-day Azerbaijan.
Things to Do in Gabala
Welcome to the center of natural resorts in Azerbaijan! In winter, you can ski and snowboard on the slopes of the Caucasus Mountains, while in summer, you can enjoy extreme tourism activities such as ATV riding, shooting, hunting, paragliding, and hiking. Many hotels offer excellent swimming pools and spas, and if you choose the Yengija complex or Chenot Palace, you can also bathe in hot springs, take therapeutic oil baths, and undergo cryotherapy treatments.