Immerse yourself in the warmth and pride of Azerbaijani culture as you embark on a four-day discovery trip. Explore the intriguing history and heritage of this land while relishing the tantalising local cuisine. Warm your hands against a mountain that is forever on fire and test your skills at pottery and bread-baking. With unique experiences waiting at every turn, Azerbaijan is a destination that promises to leave you with unforgettable memories lasting a lifetime.
Most people will either arrive or visit Baku, Azerbaijan’s capital, at some point during their journey. The city is the ultimate blend of contemporary and historic vibes, which is perfectly visible in the city’s center. Here, you can admire the Maiden Tower, a 12th-century stone monument that’s listed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List and is featured on Azeri banknotes. Not far away, you’ll find the Flame Towers, three stunning pieces of architecture that represent modern and oil-rich Azerbaijan. The Heydar Aliyev Cultural Center (see below) is another example of the extravagant engineering Baku has seen in the last centuries.
The most important tourist places in Baku:
Baku has a handful of engaging museums and monuments, including the visually stunning Azerbaijan State Academic Opera and Ballet Theater and the National History Museum of Azerbaijan.
This center is located in the heart of the city and consists of three floors and a vast hall in which all archaeological and historical exhibits are displayed. It also contains other buildings designated for researchers and archaeologists to excavate archaeological excavations within the boundaries of the ancient city of Qabala, to be restored and displayed in this center later.
Qabala is a city 200 kilometers west of the capital Baku, not far from the border with Georgia. This mountainous municipality has ruins of an ancient city wall that dates back to the 4th century BC. This was when Qabala was the capital of a historical state called Caucasian Albania. However, just like Astara, Qabala is mainly favored for the sights around it. The town is surrounded by mountains, and in winter this resort turns into a winter sports heaven. In other seasons you can still soak up the idyllic scenery by hopping on the cable car and floating between the Caucasian summits.
This century-old city was an essential hub on the Silk Road and is one of the most picturesque communities in the country. Cobbled streets, old stone houses, significant palaces, and dilapidated Soviet buildings all together give Sheki its unique character.
Sheki Khan’s Palace is the most dazzling royal residence in Azerbaijan and perhaps the most beautiful structure in the country. The architects didn’t hold back when designing the 18th-century summer house of the ruling Sheki Khan, as this masterpiece features artwork, brilliant stained glass, and grand halls.
Sheki is an epicenter of crafts and arts, and the city has its silk factory and plenty of workshops where you can watch the craftsmen continuing Sheki’s artsy traditions.
Sheki can be reached by marshrutka minivan, an overnight train, or through a tour from the capital Baku.
After having a hearty meal in the morning, the day is left for your independent activities till you proceed for the check-out and dropped at the airport for your return flights.
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