Diri Baba Turbesi, Qobustan, Azerbaijan
On the way from Baku to Shamakhi there is Maraza village known for its unique monument – two-storied mausoleum-mosque of the 15th century called Diri-Baba, located across from the old cemetery. For a long time the local residents have kept the legend that there imperishable Saint Diri-Baba had been buried. However, many other legends and mystical details are connected with this landmark. Therefore, since the 17th century it attracts pilgrims and simply curious visitors. The originality of this structure is that the architect “built” the tomb into the rock. The impression is that the tomb is suspended in the air.
The tomb impresses with its severity of architecture, purity of lines on the background of the rough dark rock. The light and smooth surface of its walls looks solemn. It is remarkable that the main floor of this structure is the second one. In front of the main hall there is an ante room covered with an octahedral.
Epic Azerbaija Culture & Adventure Route © Monika Newbound
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