One of the most ancient cities of Azerbaijan is famous not only for its sights, but also for a good rest on the Caspian Sea. Find out about the best hotels and beaches in Lankaran and when to come to the resort.
About the resort
The city is located in the south of Azerbaijan. Thanks to the research of archaeologists, we know that people on the shores of the Caspian settled from the III millennium BC. Lankaran was located at the crossroads of trade routes and from the 18th century it became the capital of the kingdom of Seyid Abbas.
Today 52 thousand people live in Lankaran. By the standards of Azerbaijan, this is a fairly large city. Tourists from Russia and the CIS countries like to come to the Lankaran resort. The coast of the Caspian Sea is known for its black medicinal sand. According to reviews, vacationers in Lankaran like to sunbathe, swim, take pictures next to the giant samovar monument and explore the well-preserved fortress.
From the sights of the resort, we advise you to look at the Muslim religious building Khanega - a complex of mausoleums and mosques behind the fortress wall. Gizilagaj Nature Reserve is a wonderful place for observing swans, pheasants, partridges and other bird species. We recommend visiting the city museum of local lore, admiring the beautiful coastline from the lighthouse and drinking aromatic Lankaran tea!
Best hotels in Lankaran
Most of the urban development lies on the seashore. It is here that popular sanatoriums, recreation centers, mini-hotels and hotels are located - look for them on Hotelluk.
The best hotels in Lankaran, according to tourists' reviews:
Basharu resort is a resort hotel with a bar, garden and children's playground. In high season, a vacation home with breakfast starts at 2,400 rubles.
Khan Lankaran Hotel 4 * is a comfortable hotel in the national style, a 3-minute drive from the coast of the Caspian Sea. A double room with breakfast costs from 2500 rubles.
Lankaran Springs Wellness Resort 5 * is a luxury hotel with a fitness center, sauna and terrace. A double room with breakfast costs from 6,000 rubles.
If you are planning to visit Baku, then see where it is better to stay in the center.
Lankaran beaches
According to the reviews of tourists, the rest at the sea in Lankaran is very pleasant. On any beach of the Azerbaijani resort there are sun loungers, umbrellas, cafes, toilets, changing rooms, shops, and there are shops with resort goods. There are areas where men and women sunbathe separately.
The coast of the Caspian Sea is covered with unusual black sand, which is used to treat various diseases. Due to its dark color, it gets very hot in the sun, so we recommend walking on the beaches in special shoes.
When is the best time to go
The resort has a subtropical arid climate. Autumn is rainy here and winter is warm. In January, the coldest month of the year, the temperature does not drop below zero.
Swimming in the Caspian Sea begins in the second half of May and ends in October. The high tourist season starts in mid-June and lasts until September. At this time, the air temperature is + 30 ... + 34 ° С, and the sea water temperature is + 26 ... + 29 ° С. The hottest month is July. If you can't stand the summer heat, come to Lankaran to have a rest in June or September!
In winter, people in Azerbaijan rest at ski resorts.
Conclusions: is it worth going to Lankaran
It is convenient to get to the resort in Azerbaijan. An international airport is located a couple of kilometers from the city, which receives regular flights from Moscow.
Rest in Lankaran is suitable for lovers of sandy beaches and warm sea, lovers of ancient architecture and historical monuments, parents with children, aged tourists and young people. Black volcanic sand on the beaches helps in the treatment of diseases of the musculoskeletal system, heart, blood vessels and nervous system.
