By Monalisha Mallick
● 12 Jun 18
City & Culture
Europe
Baku is the capital city of Azerbaijan, the Land of Fire. A single day in Baku, on the shores of the Caspian Sea, can feel like a trip around the world: You’ll see ultra-shiny skyscrapers that would remind you of Dubai; Beaux-Arts facades and paved squares reminiscent of Paris, & sand-colored mosques and spacious seaside boulevards that would give you the feel of in Oman.
Baku is one place which has an interesting but well blending of historical architecture and modern art. With several new architectural projects, perfectly restored Soviet Union-era buildings, and entertainment venues and parks, Baku is not only moving forward, but it’s also growing and developing as one of the famous tourist destinations across the world.
Baku boasts several wonderful and weird attractions that will leave you awe-struck. Not believing us! Then you must have a look at the weird attractions list of this incredible city.
Naftalan Spa – If you are feeling low on energy, then Baku has found a therapeutic use for its excess supply of oil. Yes, soaking in the precious fossil fuel is now a possibility at the Naftalan Health Centre in central Baku, where you can bathe in crude oil for a glowing smooth skin afterwards.
Mud Volcanoes – The Azerbaijan capital has mud volcanoes which is unique and rare. Located South of Gobustan, those mud volcanoes are quite cold, making it ideal for tourists to wash themselves with.
Museum Of Miniature Books – The Museum of miniature books features collections by Azerbaijani avant-garde artists, including paintings and sculpture. In addition to the work of local artists, the museum exhibits the masterpieces of Picasso and European classics, Chagall and Dali, presented from private collections.
Richard Sorge – Visit Richard Sorge and pay tribute to a man who saved millions of Soviets at Monument. Located in Sorge Park, this huge curved slab of concrete feature the eyes and forehead of the Soviet-era, Baku-born military intelligence officer.
The capital city of Azerbaijan is one of the world’s greatest tourism destinations and we have curatedthe top five must-visit attractions, which are must in your Instagram feed for insta famous.
Azerbaijani Carpet Museum – Established in 1967, Baku’s Carpet Museum is one of the most unique institutions available, with the richest collections of Azerbaijan carpets in the world.
Baku International Jazz Festival – The Baku International Jazz Festival is a yearly jazz event hosted by the renowned saxophonist Rain Sultanov. Several renowned musicians from all over the world take part in Baku’s Jazz Festival.
Flame Towers – Flame Towers is the tallest skyscraper in Baku and gets its name from the towers’ LED lights that display movements of fire seen from far away. Flame Towers consist of hotels, apartments, offices, and a huge shopping mall.
Palace of the Shirvanshahs – One of Azerbaijan’s biggest monuments, the Palace of Shirvanshahs is extraordinary. With its intricate designs and beautiful domes, it is definitely a masterpiece, and a must visit!
Maiden’s Tower (Qiz Qalasi) – No image is more closely associated with Azerbaijan than Baku’s famous Maiden’s Tower. Nestled on a cobblestone-covered street adjoining the Maiden’s Tower is the Qiz Qalasi Art Gallery, this ancient tower is the birthplace of Baku.
From luxury hotels to budget accommodations, Baku has the best hotel inventory for travelers from every category. Here we have rounded up the best hotels list that provide comfort, luxury, and value for your money.
Taza Bazaar – One thing that catches our attention at the Taza Bazaar is the vibrant color all around! Located in Nasimi District, Taza Bazaar is one of the largest and oldest marketplaces of Baku.
Fountain Square – Looking for high-end and top brands, then you should head towards the Fountain Square, which is situated right in the middle of the Baku city. The place is dotted with a good number of brand stores and comes up with sales from time to time.
TsUM Shopping Store or MUM – Centrally located, this store is a one-stop shop for everything you need. Scale its mighty four floors to buy anything and everything, ranging from wedding dresses to electronics.
Flight Duration from most of the GCC nations – 3 to 5 hours
Best Time to Visit: The best time to visit Baku is May – October
How to Reach? All the major cities of Baku are well connected to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Kuwait, Cairo, Bahrain, Riyadh, and other major cities. The main airport is Heydar Aliyev International Airport.
Azerbaijan is visa free for following citizens:
Visa on arrival is available for following nationals:
Monalisha Mallick
Creative soul. Writer. Traveler. Monalisha is infinitely curious about the world. When not answering questions about her career choice (graduation in Engineering and profession in writing), she enjoys going out to experience new places, savor fresh cuisines, meet people (many time weird) and soak in the culture from different eras and places.
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