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The historical center of Baku reveals its tumultuous past, from its roots as a Persian capital, through its oil boom to its Soviet occupation. The old city is a maze of alleys, mosques, historic buildings and remnants of fortification, including the Palace of the Shirvanshahs and the Maiden Tower, now listed among UNESCO's World Heritage Sites. Much more than a historic site, the city hosts vibrant arts and cultural activities, as well as a bustling modern business sector.
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1. Fountain Square
2. Baku Old City
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,236 reviews
Reviewed By TaherAlbaghliJulian - Kuwait City, Kuwait
Baku is wonderful city and It is divide to Modern baku and my favourte area the old twon.When you visit Azervaijan in general and Baku particurly you must see the significant landmarks in the old town.It is an amazing area I like walk around this area and eat local ice cream (Donderma)..Also,there are many museums ,shops and resturans.for me I did not like Azeri food I prefer American food.
3. Maiden Tower
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,809 reviews
Reviewed By 423jirip - Vienna, Austria
Historians are not sure about the age and function of this tower-like structure. Was it part of city fortification? The tower is 28 m high and from the top is a nice view of the old city, new skyscrapers and the seashore boulevard. Inside is a museum with modern displays explaining the history of Baku. The entry is 15 AZN.
4. Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,022 reviews
Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum was established in accordance with the decree No. 130 of the Council of Ministers of the Azerbaijan SSR dated March 13, 1967. From 1967 to 1993, the museum was called the Azerbaijan State Museum of Carpet and Folk Applied Arts, from 1993 to 2014 – State Museum of Carpet and Applied Arts named after Latif Karimov, from 2014 to 2019 – Azerbaijan Carpet Museum, and from 2019 to the present – Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum. It was the first specialised museum of carpets in the world. The exhibition includes three floors: 1st floor: Development of Azerbaijan carpet and its role in traditions. 2nd floor: Azerbaijani carpetweaving schools. 3rd floor: Carpetweaving of the contemporary period.
Reviewed By OxfordStrasser
Beautifully presented in a way that only oil money can achieve. Quite apart from the fact that a historically-significant building was removed to make way for this, the design seems antithetical to what is actually quite a serious museum. The contents are, quite simply, fabulous - an amazing collection of subtle art and craftsmanship spanning centuries. Including, at the end, several Faig Ahmed creations which, if I had a spare $50k, i would be very tempted by. The gift shop is of the usual high quality with some very good collections of postcards of the museum contents.
5. Baku Boulevard
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,169 reviews
Reviewed By Wajeeh17 - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Perfect place for an evening walk some nice cafes around for refreshments. If you're travelling in winter, some warm gears are recommended to counter windy sea breeze.
6. Flame Towers
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,676 reviews
Reviewed By hamod_698 - Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
I have had a great experience of staying at Fairmont hotel which is located at the fame towers it was an amazing view that I had from the 15th floor with three different windows side view
7. Highland Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 483 reviews
Reviewed By Summerfields71 - Langkawi, Malaysia
Upland Park, is located close to the Flame towers. It gives a great vantage point to view much of the 'City of Lights' (Baku). Whilst great during the day, it really transforms the view at night when th city is illuminated.
8. Heydar Aliyev Cultural Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,351 reviews
Being one of the most recognized architectural landmarks worldwide, the Heydar Aliyev Center is in the meantime one of the signature architectural landmarks of modern Baku. The building was designed by Zaha Hadid, a worlwide recognized architect and Pritzker Prize winner.
Reviewed By smhzakeri - Baku, Azerbaijan
Nice place to experience different kinds of architectural spaces with fantastic perspectives which was created by famous Architect Zaha Hadid
9. Dagustu Park (Upland Park)
10. Ateshgah - Fire Temple
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 876 reviews
Reviewed By saketag74 - New Delhi, India
When I reached this historical site, I was pleasantly surprised to see Sanskrit mantras written at the entrance itself and being an Indian I was excited to know more about the heritage place. My local guide Tural told me that in ancient times Hindu and Zorastrian travellers created this place. This was the place for stay as well as for worship for them, now converted in a museum. In one of the rooms you can hear sanskit mantra chanting. By visiting this place I also came to know that culture and beliefs of Zorastrians were mostly similar to Hinduism. A must see place specially for Indians.
