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City and municipality in Azerbaijan
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Qabala (Qəbələ) is a city in Azerbaijan's Sheki Region.
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Ruins and excavations of the ancient capital of Caucasian Albania. Archeological excavations are in progress. Archeological findings are exhibited in a museum in Qəbələ.
Hot air balloon rides (tethered) in early morning. Contact owner by WhatsApp to schedule a couple days in advance. 120 manat per person. The park also has horse riding and ATVs.
By marshrutka
It takes 3 hr and costs 6 manat for one person from Baku.
By plane
By taxi
Throughout the city, it costs 1-2 manat for a taxi. Bolt is also available and works very fast.
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