Tengi Canyon
Təngəaltı dərəsi
A narrow limestone canyon carved by the Vilvili River, where the road runs between cliffs hundreds of meters high. It is a highlight of the southern drive from Quba and a favorite for hiking.
Tengi Canyon lies near the village of Tengialti, about 25 km southeast of Quba. The Vilvili River has cut a canyon several kilometers long through the limestone mountains, with steep cliffs rising on both sides. At its narrowest, there is barely room for the road and the riverbed side by side. It is one of Azerbaijan's best-known canyons. You can drive slowly through, stop by the road to take photos, or walk the riverside paths. The autumn colors on both banks are especially lovely. The canyon continues to Afurja Waterfall and mountain villages, and tours usually schedule the three as one half-day route. From Quba, a drive or chartered car takes about 40 minutes. The road is narrow, so take care when passing other vehicles. There is no entrance fee for the canyon. After rain, rockfalls may occur, so avoid lingering under the cliffs.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Afurja Waterfall
- Juma Mosque, Quba
- Mountain Jews Museum
- Quba Genocide Memorial Complex
- Red Settlement (Qırmızı Qəsəbə)
- Gachrash Forest
- Chirag Gala
- Altyaghach National Park