Gelersen-Gerersen
Fortress
Sheki: The destination that brings history and tourism values together
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
Gelersen-Gerersen, a fortress in Sheki City, Azerbaijan, stands as a remnant from the Middle Ages, with its ruins situated along the Kish River. The fortress, constructed in the 8th or 9th century, served defensive and military functions. Translated from Azerbaijani, its name, Gelersen-Gorersen, means "you come-you'll see."
WHAT WE LOVE ABOUT THIS PLACE
Today, the fortress stands as a captivating attraction for sustainable tourists visiting Sheki.
The twilight ambiance surrounding the ruins adds a mysterious allure, transporting visitors to the restless medieval era. The fortress's grounds feature numerous deep wells, rumored to have served as traps for enemies.
Another speculation suggests the existence of an underground passage beneath the fortress for potential escapes.
The twilight ambiance surrounding the ruins adds a mysterious allure, transporting visitors to the restless medieval era. The fortress's grounds feature numerous deep wells, rumored to have served as traps for enemies.
Another speculation suggests the existence of an underground passage beneath the fortress for potential escapes.
THIS PLACE IS IMPORTANT BECAUSE
The fortress, believed to have its foundations laid in the 15th century by the ruler of Sheki, has a rich history intertwined with the city's past. Serving as a formidable defense against foreign aggressors, the fortress boasted multiple layers of thick walls, earning a reputation for impregnability as documented in historical sources.
Currently, this location serves as a hub for various local musical and art events in Sheki, predominantly engaging the city's residents.
Currently, this location serves as a hub for various local musical and art events in Sheki, predominantly engaging the city's residents.
SPECIAL TIPS
In an event from the 18th century, during an Iranian ruler Nadirshakh's assault on Sheki, the ruler Gadzhi Chelebi's resolute response to surrender, "You come - you'll see," became legendary. The fortress withstood Nadirshakh's siege in 1744, forcing his retreat and earning the moniker "Gelersen-gerersen."
