BAKU SIGHTSEEING

The territory of Baku is rich in unique architectural structures and historical monuments of world heritage. Many monuments are a national treasure, pearls of architecture, as well as extremely valuable in the study of Azerbaijani history and culture. One of the most powerful and vivid impressions of Baku is created precisely from the unique combination of monuments of great antiquity with all the Baku modern sights that underlies the current stage of development of the capital of Azerbaijan.

  • HISTORICAL SIGHTS
  • MODERN SIGHTS
  • RELIGIOUS SIGHTS

HISTORICAL PLACES IN BAKU

The sights of Baku are more than just a number of architectural attractions and monuments that have survived to this day, it is a whole stone civilization left to us by ancient heritage. Their discovery allows us to better understand the culture of people who lived on this territory thousands of years ago and plunge into the atmosphere of the Shirvanshahs and Safavids.

Historical places

MODERN ARCHITECTURE IN BAKU

One of the world’s oldest oil industry hubs is currently undergoing rapid and dynamic development. Construction on a grand scale is transforming the capital, with numerous ambitious projects by top-name construction companies producing attention-grabbing change.

Modern architecture

RELIGIOUS ATTRACTIONS IN BAKU

Features of historical development of Azerbaijan, its geographical position, ethnic structure of the population have created necessary conditions for existence of different Religious sights in Baku, Azerbaijan.

Religious attractions

Planning a trip to Baku sightseeing and feel unique blend of traditional charm and urban bustle? Looking for things to do in Baku such as events and attractions? Are planning where to stay in Baku during a business or a tourist trip?

You’ll find everything you need for your Baku holiday on Baku Tourism Portal – you reliable Baku Travel Guide. Discover the best day trips from Baku or try one of the best Baku tours on beautifully-aged historical sites, central streets buzzing with hordes of exuberant tourists, and restaurants with cosmopolitan elegance.

AZERBAIJAN TRAVEL NEWS

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Museums in Baku
Monuments in Baku
Theaters in Baku

SHOPPING MALLS IN BAKU

The expansion of shopping centers in their modern sense (multi-story complexes combining shops, cafes, restaurants, and entertainment) began in the capital relatively recently and continues to this day. Every year, shopping in Baku becomes more and more European: modern shopping and entertainment centers open, world brands are actively entering the country. In the top of the most frequent purchases in the shopping centers of Baku are clothes, shoes, and cosmetics, and tourists also prefer local souvenirs, wine, cognac, locally made tea in the original packaging, as well as national clothes and carpets.