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Baku Travel Guide
Mardakan is a coastal village on the Absheron Peninsula, known for sandy beaches and a quieter seaside setting near Baku. Here’s how to plan a day around the shore,…
Read ArticleThe Heydar Aliyev Center is a cultural center in Baku, known for its Zaha Hadid-designed building and museum, exhibition halls and auditorium. Here’s how to plan a v…
Heydar Aliyev International Airport is east of central Baku, with Aero Express and the H1 Airport Express connecting the terminals to city transport hubs. Compare th…
Beaches in Baku range from beach-club destinations to public beach zones along the Absheron Peninsula. Compare Bilgah, Amburan, Mardakan and Shikhov to choose a coas…
Baku’s metro and city buses cover key parts of the city, including the Old City area. Here’s how to pay, check routes and decide when a taxi or walk may suit better.
Icherisheher is Baku’s historical centre and a UNESCO-listed reserve. This route takes you from the Old City gates to its two best-known monuments, with time to expl…
Baku Metro is an underground railway serving the city on three lines. Learn how to read its map, choose a train direction and check current fares and station hours.
Yashil Bazaar is one of Baku’s largest food bazaars, with local produce and pantry goods. Taza Bazaar is a commercial complex in Nasimi district combining retail, ga…
Pair a walk along Baku Boulevard with Highland Park’s views over downtown Baku and the Flame Towers. The route links the Caspian waterfront with a hilltop viewpoint…
The best time to visit Baku depends on the events you want to attend and the weather you prefer. The Baku Jazz Festival features musicians from Azerbaijan and abroad…
Ateşgah Fire Temple and Yanar Dag are two Absheron Peninsula sites you can combine on an outing from Baku. Here’s what to know about their settings, transport and ad…
