Tufandag Mountain Resort
Tufandağ
A year-round mountain resort in Gabala. Multiple cable car sections climb to about 1,900 m, offering skiing in winter and scenic views in summer.
The Tufandag Resort lies north of Gabala city and takes its name from Mount Tufandag, the second-highest peak of the Greater Caucasus. Several cable car sections rise from the foothills to a viewing platform at about 1,900 m, with views over forests and valleys along the way. In winter there are ski slopes and equipment rental, and in summer there are zip lines, mountain biking and hiking. Cable car tickets are charged by section, and the lifts may be suspended in strong winds. The drive from Sheki to Gabala takes about 1.5 hours, and the resort is often combined with Nohur Lake and the Seven Beauties Waterfall.
Opening hours
Cable car approx. 10:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Gabaland
- Yeddi Gozel Waterfall
- Nohur Lake
- Gabala Shooting Club
- Chukhur Qabala Archaeological Site & Gabala Archaeological Centre
- Nij
- Ivanovka
- Savalan Winery (ASPI)