[2024 Baku Attraction] Travel Guide for Flame Towers (Updated Dec)

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

Prettier than expected!

#familytravel We visited the city of Baku as part of our family getaway. It was clubbed with one more country cos I wasn't sure if Azerbaijan would have enough. This was a holiday in mid August. Azerbaijan had been trending online and had favourable reviews, but an absolute foreign for me as we had never visited thus part of the world. We flew in from Dubai. The arrival experience was comfortable. The city was prettier than what I expected. I was worried that it would be just mosques and religious theme. But surprisingly that wasn't the case. It's a beautifully planned place with wide and clean roadways, lush green gardens along with elevated buildings that had eye catching architecture. I noticed a lot of people preferred travelling on foot. Baku is rightly referred to as the city of winds. I can't remember any other place that I have been to and was so windy all the time. Day 1 mostly involved taking it easy and exploring the hotel offerings, the spa and the complimentary Hammam. Once relaxed and we'll rested. In the evening we set out to see the The Flame tower which is a combination of three standalone buildings each comprising of a luxury hotel, a residential building and an office. The height of the tallest towers amongst the three is 182 meters. The Flame Towers are completely covered with the LED screens that display the movement of a fire visible from the farthest points of the city. The light show transitions from giant flames and the colours of the Azeri flag. Day 2 we headed to explore the fascinating old town. It had small alleys and open cafes. The old town of Baku was also laden with tree art, graffiti and local handmade handicrafts, carpets and shawls prepared by the local Azeri artists. The locals there are not only adept in making the carpets and handicrafts but also creating human sculptures which you would see in various parts of the city. Day 3 visit Yanar Dag which also means Burning mountain in Azerbaijani language. It is a natural gas fire which blazes continuously on a hillside on the Absheron Peninsula on the Caspian Sea near Baku. This was followed with Baku astagah in surakhani. The day ended with a nice azerbaijani meal as on most days. #familytravel #100waysoftravel #baku #azerbaijan #flowerlover

Baku extreme city walk guide~

Crossing the Eurasian continent, Azerbaijan Baku~ A big oil city, more than 50% of the oil in the former Soviet Union came from here, so it is very rich~ It is close to the Caspian Sea, and the climate and scenery are very good~ 🌸Transportation Arrived in Baku at 12:30 am, caught the last airport bus, went to the old city, and walked 2 km to the hostel in the middle of the night 🌸Security Baku is very safe, there are not many people on the road at night, but there are many police patrols, and the safety index is very high 🌸Accommodation Stayed at Travel Inn Hostel, the front desk guy was very nice and enthusiastic, I arrived at 2 am, and he was still at the front desk, he said he was waiting for me, and he was willing to refund me for the wrong time, no fuss, very straightforward~ 🌸Internet Since I only stayed for 23 hours, I didn't get a SIM card, you can activate an eSIM card, or a one-day international roaming is more convenient~ 🌸One-day tour ❤️The hostel is next to the old city, about 5 minutes walk, ❤️It is only 20 minutes to the top of the mountain, and there are photo spots along the way, ❤️The subway entrance is 3 minutes downstairs, very convenient to go anywhere~ ❤️There is also a national art gallery nearby, less than 10 minutes walk ❤️Route: Hostel→Heydar Aliyev Center→Mountain top→Flame Towers→Art Gallery→Seaside→Old City→Hostel One day extreme city walk, walked nearly 30 km~ 🌸F1 Formula Racing The Caspian Sea Boulevard is one of the few F1 Formula tracks in the world, if you catch the season, you can watch it on the roadside~ 🌸Food There are supermarkets and restaurants downstairs in the hostel, not expensive~ 🌸Subway There are not many lines, but the murals inside are super beautiful~

Embark on a journey of exotic charm.

Highland Park offers panoramic views of Baku and the Caspian Sea. The Aliyev Cultural Center was designed by Zaha Hadid Studio. Take photos at the ILOVEBAKU check-in spot. Flame Towers are a landmark of Baku. The Juma Mosque is a historic mosque with a courtyard with a fountain. The chandeliers and round arches on the ceiling are very beautiful. The Khan's Palace was built in 1797 and is still well preserved. The special thing about this palace is that it does not use any nails, and it preserves the murals and various artistic features of the time. A large area uses colorful mosaic glass. When the sun shines into the palace, it is a colorful beauty, a beautiful and colorful world. The ancient Silk Road post station has a history of more than 300 years and is still used as a post station. In 2019, it was rated as a World Cultural Heritage by the United Nations.

Charming Baku Travelogue

Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, is a city that seems to be favored by time, filled with endless charm and style, touching people's hearts at every turn. As you first step into Baku, you might be overwhelmed by a mix of novelty and awe. The unique architectural style, where ancient castles and modern skyscrapers blend together wonderfully, is like an epic that travels through time. The Flame Towers stand tall like proud guardians, their shimmering light in the sun as if igniting your curiosity and longing for the city. Strolling along the Caspian Sea, the gentle breeze caresses your face, and a sense of comfort and relaxation quietly permeates your heart. The glittering sea, with boats shuttling back and forth and waves hitting the shore, seems to whisper the city's romantic stories with the ocean, intoxicating you. The cuisine of Baku can evoke a passionate love for life. The aroma of grilled meat hits your nose, and with a bite, the rich flavor explodes in your mouth, bringing instant satisfaction. The rich taste of pilaf makes your taste buds jump for joy, each bite tasting like the Azerbaijani people's dedication and love for food. The local sweet and delicious fruits add a touch of freshness and sweetness to this emotion. When visiting the old city, stepping into the narrow and charming streets, a sense of awe for history naturally arises. The ancient mosques and traditional buildings seem to take you back through the years, with the Maiden Tower silently witnessing Baku's historical changes, making you reflect on the passage of time and eternity. In museums and art exhibitions, a reverence for culture rises in your heart, and delving into the city's cultural and historical heritage makes one marvel. Shopping, faced with a dazzling array of specialty goods, feelings of excitement and joy are hard to contain. Exquisite handicrafts, unique souvenirs, each carries the memory of the city, and the process of selection is like collecting precious emotional treasures. Baku's public transportation is relatively convenient, and as you sit on the vehicle watching the scenery outside, a sense of familiarity and comfort with the city surrounds you. When choosing accommodation, you also look forward to comfort and warmth, with hotels and homestays of different styles serving as harbors of emotion. Traveling in Baku, respecting local customs and religious beliefs, you will feel the respect and inclusiveness between people. Experience the city with your heart, and every moment may become an eternal memory in your mind.

The 'Flame Towers' burn in the 'City of Oil,' Azerbaijan

Measuring the 'Garden forgotten by God' with footsteps, Caucasus 🚞 Station 37 ▪️ Country 42 🇦🇿𝐀𝐳𝐞𝐫𝐛𝐚𝐢𝐣𝐚𝐧☆ Azerbaijan ▶️ The Azerbaijani people worship 'fire,' and the country's name 'Azərbaycan' originates from the Persian language, meaning 'Country of Fire'. The 'Flame Towers' are the landmark buildings of Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, and the design of the skyscrapers in the shape of flames is a reflection of the Azerbaijani people's fire worship complex. The Flame Towers in Baku can be seen from any angle of the city. They are located on the top of a hillside next to the old city, with three buildings together forming the shape of flames, hence the name Flame Towers; due to the irregular design of the flame-shaped curved surface, the buildings shimmer in the sunlight. Best photo spots: ① Near the 'Carpet Museum' in the new city, you can take a distant view of the Flame Towers (Pictures 1-2); ② Near the 'Shirvanshahs' Palace' in the old city, you can take a photo of the palace exterior and the Flame Towers together (Pictures 3-5); ③ The viewing platform in Highland Park offers an unobstructed panoramic view (Pictures 6-7). In addition, Highland Park is also the best viewpoint in the city to overlook the Caspian Sea, with the beautiful scenery of the 'sea' coastline at a glance!

Azerbaijan is the land of fire

FLAME TOWER is a new landmark in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan. It stands on the highlands of the Bakuri Sea and is almost visible in any corner of Baku. The three flaming towers are decorated with blue mirrored glass, which is crystal clear and bright at day and night. flame tower started construction in 2007