Baku, the capital city of Azerbaijan, lies on the shores of the Caspian Sea. The country has seen a lot of development in recent years due to oil money. Another thing that makes the city interesting is that you can see flames coming out of the ground or sometimes even water out of nowhere, which is why it is also called the land of fires.
The city is also famous for its mud volcanos. And the natural gas present in the reserves also leads to unusual geological effects.
The city offers many surprises, and here are Baku’s best things to do.
The Old City
Explore the narrow, sun-bleached streets of the old city, which is the historic heart of Baku. The inner city, also known as Icheri Sheher by locals, has hidden royal palaces and defensive walls on the shores of the Caspian Sea.
Once, a city with only a few thousand inhabitants has become a metropolis.
The other two attraction points in the old city include:
Maidan Tower: It was once the highest building in the town, but there are many skyscrapers and three flame towers that are higher than maidan tower now. The circular stone staircase is the highlight of this tower, which can be climbed to the top.
Palace of the Shirvanshahs: It is a historical sight which is now a part of UNESCO world heritage. The palace is pretty extensive and has a maze of chambers, vaults, guardhouses, and walls is now part of a cultural and historical museum.
The Fire Temple
The old Zoroastrian temple was once used for religious ceremonies and fire worship.
And one flame was always lit for 100s of years until the local gas companies extracted all the gas reserves.
But now, it is a museum showcasing Baku’s tradition and culture.
Miniature Books Museum
The museum has all the small books from around the world. And is dedicated to miniature books.
Some books are so tiny that they must be read using a microscope.
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