[2024 Baku Attraction] Travel Guide for Baku Old City (Updated Nov)

Visa-free countries for National Day travel.

Azerbaijan, one of the three Caucasus countries, is half sea and half flame. Its natural scenery and cultural history are both worth exploring. Here's a comprehensive travel guide! ▫️Visa: -One-year visa-free period from July 20, 2024 to July 20, 2025. You can travel anytime during this period. It's recommended to visit Georgia and Armenia together. ▫️Language: Some people speak English, so it's advisable to download a translation app in advance. Overall, communication is quite smooth. ▫️Accommodation: You can choose to stay in Baku's Old City, which is convenient for visiting most places and exploring the ancient town. ▫️City attractions to visit: Baku Old City Flame Towers observation deck Highland Park Heydar Aliyev Center

Baku Old City Citywalk

Must-visit attractions 🌟 Gobustan Rock Art Cultural Landscape Qobustan World Cultural Heritage "Gobustan Rock Art Cultural Landscape"🏞️🎨 Mud volcanoes (Mud volcan) There are more than 300 mini mud volcanoes. These volcanoes form conical craters on the ground, making "gurgling" sounds from time to time and flowing out mud🌋💦 Baku Old City Citywalk It is an important town on the ancient Silk Road. Stroll around the old city or the nearby Caspian Sea, feel the atmosphere of the city, and this is also a gathering place for local leisure sports🏙️🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️

Baku old city exploring was amazing 🔥💕

#100waysoftravel #historicallandmarks #baku #Alihassan713 #travelinspiration #travel **Exploring the Charm of Old City Baku: A Journey Through Time in Azerbaijan’s Historic Heart** Old City Baku, known as "Icherisheher," is a captivating blend of history, culture, and timeless architecture nestled in the heart of Azerbaijan's bustling capital. Surrounded by ancient walls and crowned by the iconic Maiden Tower, this UNESCO World Heritage site invites travelers to step back in time while still feeling the pulse of modern Baku. Walking through its narrow, cobblestone streets, visitors are greeted by centuries-old mosques, caravanserais, and palaces, all of which tell the story of Baku’s rich and diverse past. As the city’s historic core, Icherisheher serves as a living museum where every corner holds remnants of ancient civilizations and empires that once ruled the region. Beyond its historical significance, Old City Baku is also a vibrant cultural hub, where traditional Azeri crafts, souvenirs, and cuisine can be discovered. The blend of Persian, Ottoman, and Russian influences is evident not only in the architecture but also in the local flavors. Travelers can indulge in authentic dishes at quaint local cafes or explore artisan shops offering everything from carpets to intricate jewelry. As the sun sets, Old City Baku transforms into a magical scene, with soft lights illuminating its medieval walls, offering an atmosphere of both serenity and intrigue. Whether it’s exploring the historical landmarks, savoring traditional Azeri cuisine, or simply soaking in the ambiance of the past, Old City Baku offers an unforgettable travel experience. From its ancient roots to its present-day charm, Old City Baku remains an essential stop for anyone looking to explore the rich tapestry of Azerbaijan’s history and culture.

Old city

Old city of Baku is a magic place for whom like city history touch. How people lived, how the city functioned, to see the beauty of art and architecture. And you know people are still living there, it’s not just touristic place. Streets are narrow, echo is strong, so you have to be respectful to these people. Of course except of the beauty of the place you can find there a lot of small parks and gardens, museums, art galleries, restaurants and cafes, hotels, guides who will offer you a trip at every 100 meters of your route. At night is quite dark there but hope the moonlight will help you))) And the best option there are almost no tourists in the city during the day, most of them appear from Friday evening. It’s a great place, enjoy your stay there! #baku #azerbaijan #bakuoldcity

amazing views and great hospitality people are very friendly and polite. there are number of best places Attractions - see site Hotels - great and Cheap hotel Food & Restaurants - veg and non veg Shopping - cheaper and best

Baku can not miss the punch card position, the measured mobile phone can shoot ins the most fire position Figure 2 shot in the old city, this picture covers everything in Baku, modern and ancient civilization Collision, a mix of mosques and worship. However, if the building in the old city is messy, you need to climb higher. The shooting point is shown in Figure 3. You can find it directly by asking people. Beautiful night view position Figure 4 does not require aerial photography! You must not miss this omnipotent attraction that can see the night scene and can shoot three flames - Shahid Monument, take bus No. 18 and No. 3 to go up the mountain (the mountain cable car does not operate at night). famous landmark Blackdal Aliyev Cultural Center, everyone took a panoramic view under the hillside, but did not take a few steps to shoot in front of him, the coolest photo actually Is to climb the roof to play surf magical animals here finally, Baku is full of sticky cats, casually open, take your travel friends to pose The kind of excellent cat model that will be avoided, lets take a photo of it.

Brilliant hand (Brilliantovaya Ruka) was very famous in Soviet times.

Old movie scene was filmed in this place. The brilliant hand (Brilliantovaya Ruka) was very famous in Soviet times. You remember that interesting scene from the film when you pass this place. I thought this place was in a big street. But actually... let you see by yourself. I recommend visiting the Baku Old city. Very nice place with interesting Architecture, design, hills, street and mosque. I wonder how people in ancient times built these kinds of houses. It is like an open museum. 🕰️Business Hours:📍Address:🕰️Business Hours:

10-Day Caucasus Tour: Detailed Guide.

Check it out! 10-day in-depth tour of the Caucasus, including Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia! Super practical guide, you're welcome! 💥 -------------------- The Caucasus has a rich history and picturesque scenery. 🏰 The Old City of Baku in Azerbaijan, the wineries in Georgia 🍷, and Lake Sevan in Armenia all exude unique regional charm and historical and cultural appeal. -------------------- 🛤️ Itinerary: Day 1: Depart from Shanghai ✈️, fly directly to Bahrain. Day 2: Fly from Bahrain to Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan 🌇, visit landmarks such as the Old City of Baku and the Heydar Aliyev Center, and stay overnight in a hotel in Baku. Day 3-4: Depart from Baku, travel through Shamakhi and Sheki, and finally arrive in Tbilisi, enjoying the scenery of Khareba and Sighnaghi along the way. Day 5-6: Tour around Tbilisi, visit Gori, Kazbegi, and Gudauri, then return to Tbilisi, and don't forget to visit Mtskheta. Day 7-8: Round trip between Tbilisi and Yerevan to experience the customs of the two countries. Day 9: Fly from Tbilisi 🛫, transfer in Bahrain, and return to Shanghai. Day 10: Arrive safely in Shanghai and end the Caucasus tour. -------------------- **Travel Preparation**: 📞 **SIM Card** Don't forget to prepare a SIM card in advance when traveling to the Caucasus! You can activate international roaming or buy a SIM card locally, which makes it convenient to access the Internet and make phone calls. 🔌 **Plug Adapter** The plugs in the Caucasus are different from ours, so remember to bring a plug adapter, otherwise, it will be troublesome if you can't use the charger or computer. 🎫 **Documents** Be sure to bring your passport and visa, and also prepare your ID card. When traveling in the Caucasus, these documents are your pass! 👗 **Clothing** In November, the weather in the Caucasus starts to cool down, so remember to bring a thick coat and sweater. If you go to the mountains, you need to prepare warm clothes. Also, comfortable shoes are very important! -------------------- Caucasus exploration tour, more excitement is waiting for you to discover! Click on the homepage to unlock more private guides and travel tips!

Baku, an off-the-beaten-path destination.

Impressions of Azerbaijan: Located at the intersection of Europe and Asia, it is a place of fusion, a must-see on the Silk Road, and an ancient Persian kingdom. It is clearly a Muslim country, but it has become quite secularized. Restaurants serve pork, supermarkets sell alcohol, and women don't have to wear headscarves, which is a stark contrast to extreme Muslims. The city of Baku is full of elements. The word "conflict" is not appropriate, but "fusion" is more reasonable, and they coexist peacefully. Heydar Aliyev Center, a work by Zaha Hadid. Even someone who doesn't understand architecture will be amazed by its beauty. Baku Book Center: If you want to take photos, please go in at 10 am when it opens. There are few people, so you won't disturb the readers.

Old city, Baku

Discover The old city in baku 🇦🇿

Old City is the historical core of Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan🇦🇿. The Old City is the most ancient part of Baku, which is surrounded by walls. In December 2000, the Old City of Baku, including the Palace of the Shirvanshahs and Maiden Tower, became the first location in Azerbaijan🇦🇿 to be classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. the Old City entrance is free💰, and inside, there's a lot of restaurants🍽 and souvenir shops🛍 and hotels🏩. in the old city, you will feel like you live in the past with a touch of modern life 😍 #azerbaijan #baku #oldcity #deliciousfood #souvenirs #maidentower #historicallandmarks

Baku | Half Sea, Half Flame

The national flag of Azerbaijan consists of three colors: red, blue, and green. Fire and Azerbaijan are inseparable. In Persian, Azerbaijan refers to the land of fire, and it is indeed a significant supplier of oil and natural gas internationally. On the Absheron Peninsula in Baku, there is a mountain of flames that has been burning for a thousand years. The dry plateau soil, under years of high temperatures, has led to cracks, forming at least 2,900 natural gas leaks. These leaks, ignited by lightning and other factors, burn continuously. Perhaps due to the vast natural gas reserves, they burn freely in the suburbs without any commercial use. Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, became the birthplace of Zoroastrianism. If the entire Azerbaijan is like an eagle spreading its wings over the sea, then Baku is the eagle's eye, half sea, half flame. The whole city of Baku defies the typical impression of an Islamic religious country, giving a slight illusion of being in Barcelona. Baku, meaning the city of wind in Persian, is a place where even slightly lighter people might be blown away by the strong winds. Baku is an ancient city that dates back to the 3rd century BC. However, everything new that you see before you was built with huge investments after Azerbaijan gained independence from the Soviet Union in 1991, intending to move away from the monumental Soviet architectural style. Baku is a historic old city, and its tall and majestic city walls seem more like a medieval fortress to me. The mottled colors on the city walls are full of vicissitudes. In Baku, the new city and the old city are separated by walls, giving the old city its own space. Strolling through the old city, walking up and down the stone steps, finding a restaurant by the window, sipping coffee or tea, watching tourists from all over the world, and seeing the kittens playing in the sunlight... Baku, Azerbaijan.

Caucasus Journey | Baku City walk

| Baku City walk. The ancient charm of Baku's Old City is mesmerizing, but don't rush back to the modern world just yet. There's a special presence on Baku's skyline—the Flame Towers. Like three burning torches, they stand proudly in the modern sky, adding a touch of contemporary flair to this ancient city. The Flame Towers are not just three skyscrapers; they are a symbol of the city of Baku. During the day, the glass curtain walls of the towers reflect the blue sky and sea; and when night falls, the towers light up with flames, as if three giant torches are burning brightly in the night sky. This design inspiration actually comes from Azerbaijan's history, as this is a 'land of fire' with a deep tradition of fire worship. From the ancient Baku Old City to the modern Flame Towers, this unique blend of old and new can only be felt in Baku. Standing high in the Old City and looking out at the Flame Towers, it's as if you can see the past, present, and future of this city in the river of time. Next time you visit Baku, remember to explore the history of the Old City and look up to see the light of the city's future!

Welcome to Ajarbaijan, Baku.

Eurasian Journey

Foreword As I write these words, Azerbaijan and Armenia have just ended another brief Nagorno-Karabakh conflict, and the three countries of Georgia, Armenia, and Azerbaijan in the South Caucasus or Outer Caucasus region have a complicated love-hate relationship that has lasted for thousands of years. This region south of the Caucasus Mountains, east of the Caspian Sea, and west of the Black Sea, is located at the junction of Europe and Asia. Historically, the South Caucasus was ruled by the Persian Empire, the Byzantine Empire, the Arab Empire, and the Ottoman Empire, and was later incorporated into the territory of Tsarist Russia, becoming part of the Soviet Union. After the dissolution of the Soviet Union in the 1990s, the three countries became independent, and it has been just over 30 years. Although they are three countries, the total area of Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia is about the same as that of Hebei Province in China, and the total population of the three countries is only about 1/5 of Hebei Province. Only Azerbaijan has a population of over 10 million, and the other two countries have a population of about 3 million, mostly concentrated in their respective capitals. The Nagorno-Karabakh dispute between Azerbaijan and Armenia, and the disputes between Georgia and North Russia over South Ossetia and Abkhazia, make this small region extremely complex. And this is the heartland of the Eurasian continent, where different civilizations and religions blend. The majestic mountains, deep canyons, ancient churches, old cities, quiet towns, and winding coastlines all come into your view here. The people strolling leisurely by the Caspian Sea in Baku in the evening, and the musicians and passers-by dancing and singing in Tbilisi at night, are all showing you the calm and passion from the Caucasus. Our journey begins from here, from the Caspian Sea in Azerbaijan to the Kura River flowing through Tbilisi, crossing the mountains and valleys of the Caucasus, Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Armenia, which we could not visit due to time constraints. This is a journey to the heart of Eurasia, the Caucasus. The trailer is out, let me tell you all about it. Looking at the Caspian Sea from the Baku Heights Park, this largest city in Azerbaijan is known as the 'Little Dubai of the Caucasus' One of the landmarks of Baku - the Aliyev Cultural Center, designed by the famous Zaha Hadid Studio. Sheki, Azerbaijan, the star track of the Caucasus Mountains. Georgia's famous love town, Sighnaghi. The Ananuri Castle, which has been on the cover of 'Lonely Planet'. Overlooking Tbilisi under the night sky from Mt. Sulorak. The girls dancing on the streets of Tbilisi at night. The night of Tbilisi. Azerbaijan Chapter Baku, 'Little Dubai of the Caucasus' Departing from Beijing, flying for more than 3 hours to Urumqi, Xinjiang, and then flying west for 4 hours, you can reach Baku, the largest city in the South Caucasus by the Caspian Sea. The Caspian Sea is actually not a 'sea', but the largest lake in the world. However, the area of the Caspian Sea, which is 370,000 square kilometers, is actually larger than many of the world's seas. Geographically, the Caspian Sea is part of the ancient Mediterranean Sea. The Caspian Sea is a place where locals usually walk and relax. It's very comfortable to feel the autumn breeze here. The vast Caspian Sea has given Azerbaijan rich oil and gas resources. From the plane flying over the Caspian Sea, you can see many drilling rigs in the Caspian Sea. Azerbaijan is one of the birthplaces of the modern oil industry, and the world's first oil well is in Baku. Before the dissolution of the Soviet Union, Azerbaijan and Russia were the only two member republics that did not need central financial subsidies. The local wealth is evident. Among the three countries in the South Caucasus, Azerbaijan's economic strength is also the best. The world's first oil well, Azerbaijan is the birthplace of the modern oil industry. This is a common sight in Baku, with densely populated residential areas on the seemingly sparse vegetation hillsides. The villas and small buildings on the top of the mountain are said to be built by local rich people. The abundant funds brought by oil and gas resources not only helped Azerbaijan gain the upper hand in the recent Nagorno-Karabakh conflict, but also made the capital Baku a very modern city, known as the 'Little Dubai of the Caucasus'. Walking in the central city area of Baku by the Caspian Sea, it feels like strolling on the streets of Europe. There are many luxury stores and cafes with crowds of people, and there are also many luxury cars on the streets, which are very lively.

The endless old city of Baku

The entire old city of Baku is a World Heritage Site. Here, you can vividly feel the collision and fusion of the past and the present. The Flame Towers in the distance and the Maiden Tower of the old city reflect each other, telling the story of this city's present and past. The leisure and comfort of the old city make people think of Europe, but the reality is that we are in Asia. What a curious feeling

we took a tour of Old City and it was so beautiful. mind you, there’s not much to do on surface level but it was a treat to see the old Euro-like atmosphere. We climbed the tower and got an amazing view of the city.

this was truly amazing experience that I had in Azerbaijan. such oil rich country with huge oil plants and amazing history. this was truly amazing experience that I had in Azerbaijan. such oil rich country with huge oil plants and amazing history. this was truly amazing experience that I had in Azerbaijan. such oil rich country with huge oil plants and amazing history. this was truly amazing experience that I had in Azerbaijan. such oil rich country with huge oil plants and amazing history.

Baku, (Azerbaijan)very nice city. so safety and multicultural. clean and fresh breeze from Caspian Sea. Have many different styles food. City area a bit busy like others capital cities, but really green and clam. A lot parks, cultural center, museums. old city with perfect architecture is on middle of skyscrapers. people- polite and so easy to speak English or rus and many of them also use Ukrainian language.

I would definitely go to this beautiful country again and again

Address - Baku, Azerbaijan Ambiance/Facilities - Club, Disco-bar Highlights - Baku Night life Parties, Avg. Price per Person - Ticket 50 euro Rating - 5 star

The first stop of the three Caucasus countries, Azerbaijan arrived in Azerbaijan at the midday of July. The first thing I did after dragging my suitcase and my friend arrived at the hotel was to take a shower and sleep. Until the end of the evening, I went out in T-shirt shorts and went to the coast of the Caspian Sea to blow the wind. The local guy and the girl walked hand in hand, and all the trucks were washed away at that moment. I never thought about having to do something in a place. I have to go to the places where the people must go. I prefer to take a door and pick it up, then slowly finish it without aim. Go to the street stall to find the little things you like, talk to the coffee shop owner about the day's stories, and have a drink of iced cola. Azerbaijan in summer, you can go to the capital of Baku to take a Ferris wheel at the seaside and go to the highest observation deck overlooking this small town. Then talk to strangers around you, eat RMB 4 yuan a pound of cherries, and drink cheap to exploding boxed juice. Then buy some food, go back to the Youth Hostel, cook for yourself, and have a dinner to satisfy your Chinese stomach. The ideal travel, you don't need to be deliberate, you don't need to do anything, so it's good.

Said Azerbaijan, everyone must be relatively strange. When it comes to oil rich countries, everyone thinks of the luxury of the United Arab Emirates and Qatar. In Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, you will feel the unique charm of this city on the seashore, where the old and new are perfectly blended. arrived in Baku in the middle of the night, it is late at night in the old city. In the whole world heritage city, only I have the policeman who bends the end of the alley. After getting off the bus, I was fascinated by the bright and clean ancient city. The last grid was used to photograph the ancient city, so that I was really lost in the ancient city. I came from Russia, and I was fascinated by the hot sunshine and the souvenirs filled with the West Asian style. I came to a country with such a personality and refreshed my understanding of the three countries of the Caucasus. Baku City has a long history. The existing old town pattern was formed after the 12th century Silwansha Dynasty. The main building was later built/rebuilt. The main attractions include the Silvan Palace, the Maid's Tower, the Bukhara and the Multan, several ancient mosques, and the north gate of the Shuangmendong. The main road of Baku in the north of the city - the Independence Street and the Caspian Seashore in the south of the city are also buildings and scenic spots. In 2000, the Old City was included in the World Cultural Heritage List.