Can you swim at Baku?

Enjoy sunbathing and swimming Azerbaijan is famous for its sandy urban beaches and resorts as well as those in smaller resort towns outside the capital. Shikhov Beach, the nearest beach to central Baku, has several private beach sections next to a free public beach.



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Yes, there are several beautiful beaches in Azerbaijan that are free to enter. Here are some popular ones: Nabran Beach - located in the north of Azerbaijan, it's one of the most popular beaches in the country, with golden sand and clear waters.

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Bilgah. Nestled on the coast of the Caspian Sea, about 30 km north of Baku, Bilgah is a stunning beach on the Absheron Peninsula. Famous for the presence of therapeutic mud, the health improving properties, and family-friendly surroundings, Bilgah is a favorite hotspot for tourists.

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As this is a Muslim country, foreign women should dress modestly, especially in the rural areas, and cultivate a certain coolness of manner. Women can dress in normal western-style modest clothing, although female visitors should avoid wearing short skirts (they must be below the knee) and shorts.

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A family of four estimated monthly costs are 1,867.4$ (3,174.6man) without rent. A single person estimated monthly costs are 519.0$ (882.3man) without rent. Baku is 66.5% less expensive than New York (without rent). Rent in Baku is, on average, 90.0% lower than in New York.

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In Baku local and foreign women usually dress in western-style clothing. It is now more acceptable for men in Baku to wear shorts in the summer months but outside of Baku it can be frowned upon and attract unwelcome attention.

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Crime levels in Baku are generally low, but muggings do occur from time to time after dark in the centre of town around the western bars and clubs and near dimly lit entrances of private apartments. Take sensible precautions: be vigilant, avoid carrying large sums of money and don't walk alone at night.

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Azerbaijan is generally safe for solo female travellers. The country is known for its hospitality and friendly locals, and the crime rate is low. Women should take the same precautions as they would in any other country, such as avoiding walking alone at night and being aware of their surroundings.

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Crime levels in Baku are generally low, but muggings do occur from time to time after dark in the centre of town around the western bars and clubs and near dimly lit entrances of private apartments. Take sensible precautions: be vigilant, avoid carrying large sums of money and don't walk alone at night.

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With some of the world's best islands, it's no surprise that the Maldives is a favorite destination for travelers who want to be surrounded by the clearest water in the world.

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1. The Maldives. The Maldives, located in the Indian Ocean, have around 1,190 islands and sandbanks.

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