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Why do people go to Baku?

Unique history, fantastic food and wine, as well as plenty of sights are awaiting travelers in Baku, the capital city of Azerbaijan. Baku is one of the most up and coming tourist destinations and is an exhilarating mix of oil-driven progress and ancient Asian cultures.



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Baku is one of the most up and coming tourist destinations and is an exhilarating mix of oil-driven progress and ancient Asian cultures. The city offers a fantastic mix of old and new with futuristic skyscrapers set against the ancient architecture of local mosques and other landmarks.

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Azerbaijan is the Land of Fire a nickname it has known since antiquity. It is home to some of the world's most enviable gas and oil fields, nearly half of the world's mud volcanoes, Ateshgah Zoroastrian Fire Temple and the natural, eternally burning flames of Yanar Dag (Burning Mountain).

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Milli Park, Nizami Street, Highland Park, Heydar Mosque, Icherisheher Fortress Walls a nd many more. The lively places in Baku call for a great holiday vacation. A trip to these places will not only give you a sneak peak about the heritage of this age old city but will also embrace you with its vibrancy.

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While Azerbaijan is overall a very safe place to visit, risks do increase at night. Err on the safe side and take increased precautions after dark, such as not walking around alone at night.

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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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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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The best time to go to Baku is the span from April to October. During the summer months Baku suffers from extremely bright sun rays where as winter months are extremely cold. Baku has a very dry weather. The months of January, July and November must be avoided in order to avoid the dryness of the place.

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Other FAQ About Visiting Baku I'd recommend spending no less than two days in Baku. This will allow you to explore Baku attractions like the Flame Towers and Maiden's Tower at a leisurely pace. Moreover, since you will likely travel to Baku by plane, you need at least two days to justify the journey.

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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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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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If you are planning a trip to Azerbaijan, here are 7 interesting facts About Azerbaijan
  • The Land of Fire. ...
  • The First Muslim Nation to Enfranchise Women. ...
  • Azerbaijan is Home to a Surprising Amount of Volcanoes. ...
  • There's Oil…and A lot of it. ...
  • There's a Tiny Book Museum. ...
  • It's Home to the Famous Heydar Aliyev Centre.


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Don't bring anything Armenian into the country The conflict has developed a strong sense of suspicion on both sides. Visitors with an Armenian stamp in their passport might be questioned by immigration officers. Those caught bringing goods from the country-that-can't-be-named may even be refused entry.

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Baku is a very walkable city. There's wide footpaths, lots of underpasses to avoid a wait at the traffic lights, and it's mostly flat. Your first port of call should be the Old City (Icheri Sheher). The Old City is a compact walled city and it's a good idea simply to lose the map and wander through the alleyways.

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Baku. Baku is one of the most beautiful places in Azerbaijan on account of its modern city centre and historical old town.

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