But there is also this wanderlust inside everyone to seek new unique adventures. There are so many hidden gems in this big planet to help you with that wanderlust and today we are going to talk about one of these gems - Azerbaijan. Azerbaijan is a Eurasian country, located at the border of Eastern Europe and West Asia.. Let’s find out more about this beautiful country.
A beautiful transcontinental country, Azerbaijan is also known as the Land of Fire. It is a home to many beautiful landscapes that will leave you awestruck. On the east, the shoreline of the Caspian Sea naturally borders the country and there are three mountain ranges in Azerbaijan, both providing contrasting yet beautiful sceneries.
Azerbaijan’s geography and climate provides for various activities such as snow boarding, hiking, and surfing. From beaches to mountains, not only is it picturesque in Azerbaijan but also adds variety to your trips. One of the best places to visit in Azerbaijan is its capital - Baku.
Baku is the capital city and the largest city of Azerbaijan. It is also the largest city on the Caspian Sea. It is the only metropolitan city of Azerbaijan with about 2 million urban population as of 2009.
Baku, being the largest city in the Caucasus region, is the center of the tourist attraction. It is one of the most important and most traveled cities in the Caucasus region. It also homes several hotels and malls along with monumental skyscrapers.
Baku is one of the top tourist attractions in Azerbaijan, but why? And what should you do in Baku? Let’s explore the answers to that.
Baku, just like every top tourist spot, is known for its vibrant nightlife. There are several bars and clubs you will find in Baku to party and celebrate life. With bars and clubs, Baku provides a way to decompress after traveling to its tourists. Additionally, Baku is well lit up during the night, providing the views you can store in your heart forever. There is also delicious Azerbaijani cuisine that will make you forget you ever had stress in your life. From Pilaf, Kebabs and Dolma to the very sweet and very delectable Baklava, Azerbaijani cuisine provides mouth watering experience to its tourists.
Inspired by ‘The Land of Fire’, Baku has its iconic Flame Towers. The Flame Towers consists of three skyscrapers, built so high that they seem to touch the skylines. Their unique design makes them stand out from the other skyscrapers in the world. Another modern tourist attraction in Azerbaijan is Heydar Aliyev Center, designed by the world renowned architect Zaha Hadid. It was awarded with Design Museum’s Design of the Year in 2014.
You can also visit the cultural landmarks in Baku such as the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Icherisheher. It is an old city filled with beautiful mosques and majestic historic buildings. Other cultural landmarks you can visit are Maiden Towers and the Palace of Shirvanshahs, which are architectural beauties of their own league.
You can leave your footprints at the shore of Bilgah beach and explore Little Venice on a boat. Stroll around the Baku Boulevard and explore Baku off the beaten path. Baku Boulevard is the perfect spot to get a little trailer of Baku. You can also see mud volcanoes in Azerbaijan, and you can see Gobustan mud volcano along with the national park in Baku.
But that is not all! Azerbaijan does not have thrills just for the adventurers but also for the nerds as well. You can visit the National Flag Square and make your inner book nerd happy by visiting the Museum of Miniature Books. There is also the Azerbaijan Carpet Museum in Baku.
You can go on an adventure and explore the city of Shamakhi and visit the Seven Beauties Waterfall in Gabala for a serene experience. Another must visit place in Baku is the Candy Cane mountains - a mountain range so beautiful with the brightest shades of red, brown and pink, that it looks like a candy mountain straight out of a cartoon.
Transportation in Azerbaijan is fairly easy and has a good variety. From cost effective and smooth metro rides to private taxis, you can choose your vehicle as per your preference. You can also take cable car rides in mountain regions like Guba. At the Shahdag mountains and Candy canes mountains you can enjoy the views from a high altitude, riding in a cable car.
These are only some of the adventures in Baku, and if combined with the mouthwatering cuisine of Azerbaijan, makes Baku a must visit place. Baku is a place that is for everyone, from adventure seekers, to the bookworms and to the people who are trying to relax away from their busy work life. The best time to visit Baku is during the winters, from December to February, as the climate during these months is just perfect. So, do not wait till your acquaintances and friends cme and tell you how amazing their trip to Baku was, visit Baku now!
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