Baku is known as "City of Winds" because the breeze from Caspian Sea keeps blowing on Baku almost daily, creating a pleasant environment. Baku offers a combination of the old (the ancient walls of the old town) and the new (Futuristic glass tower). On simply walking along Baku's shoreline, you can see the tranquil waters of the Caspian and the extensive Lengthy waterfront parks, as well as the breathtaking sunrises that illuminate the sky gold. Baku produces wonderful photographs of the city during the night hours with its twinkling "Flame Towers". Historically, Baku was part of the Silk Roads for many years: where merchants and travellers traded and shared ideas & culture, etc. Unique Rock Art Story – Gobustan is on the edge of Baku, where you can see thousands of years' worth of stories that were carved into Rocks. It's one of the oldest outdoor museums in the world! Yanar Dag is a fire-on-the-top-of-a-hill for centuries (this is why Azerbaijan is known as the "Land of Fire". A Taste of Eastern Comfort- People in Azerbaijan are very hospitable to visitors. They will offer you tea, sweets and a warm welcome with a smile. You will feel at home, making for memorable Baku holidays. Considering holidays to Baku from UK? You'll be warmly welcomed. So Much Cool Design – Baku has amazing buildings that look like artwork; the buildings are curved, and the colour is white. The buildings are like ocean waves. Rich Culture and Music Festivals- Baku offers something new to enjoy every day! There are many types of cultural events, from Magham music to modern concerts. Capital: Baku Population: Around 2.3 million (city proper) as of recent estimates. International Airport: Heydar Aliyev International Airport (Airport code: BAK) Currency: Azerbaijani manat (AZN) Time Zone: UTC +4 (no daylight-saving) Driving Side: Right side of the road. Main Electricity / Voltage: 220–230 V AC, 50 Hz (common European plug types C & F) Religion: Majority of residents are Muslims (predominantly Shia).
Baku has a lot of contrasts. Old stone streets and new, shiny buildings sit next to each other along the Caspian Sea. The Flame Towers light up at night and change colours while representing the ancient fire-worship culture of Azerbaijan. The Old City, Icherisheher, has very narrow streets, historic mosques, and the famous Maiden Tower, which tell the stories of people living there centuries ago. If you're looking for great value, explore available Baku holiday packages. The Baku Boulevard is great for strolling on the coast with a cool ocean breeze blowing, and you can see beautiful sunsets over the largest lake in the world, the Caspian Sea. Yanar Dag is a mountain created by natural gas where flames are continually burning from inside the earth — it has been burning for thousands of years and is a rare marvel. Carpet Art World – There is a big carpet shaped museum that shows lots of beautiful carpets made by weaving. The Modern Culture Hub – The Heydar Aliyev Centre is a building made of white waves and flowing curves representing modern Baku. Gobustan Rock Art – Just outside of Baku are very old caves, clay volcanoes, and a record of the physical appearance of animals and humans thousands of years ago. Fun Nights – Baku People's Evenings include Nightlife, Open Air Restaurants, and a Culture Corner where people gather together to enjoy their night. This vibrant atmosphere is what makes Baku holidays so appealing. Delicious Dishes of Azerbaijan – Local dishes such as plov, kebab and pakhlava are very tasty, full of spices and family recipes!
