religious sites

islamicsights

Visit Juma Mosque, the First Mosque in Azerbaijan
Visit Juma Mosque, the First Mosque in Azerbaijan
Arts, culture and heritage

Visit Juma Mosque, the First Mosque in Azerbaijan

Located in Shamakhi, Juma is Azerbaijan's first mosque. It was started... More

Visit the Imamzadeh Mausoleum in Ganja
Visit the Imamzadeh Mausoleum in Ganja
Mosques and Tombs

Visit the Imamzadeh Mausoleum in Ganja

Located roughly 7 km north of Ganja city centre, the Imamzadeh... More

Stroll through the Khan’s Park & central Ganja
Stroll through the Khan’s Park & central Ganja
Mosques and Tombs

Stroll through the Khan’s Park & central Ganja

Spend half a day strolling in Ganja's city center, exploring its... More

local beliefs& fire worshipping

Learn the legacy of ancient fire worshippers
Learn the legacy of ancient fire worshippers
Cultural activities

Learn the legacy of ancient fire worshippers

Discover the incredible story of Azerbaijan’s ancient fire worshippers. Visit the... More

Discover the mysteries of Beshbarmag Mountain
Discover the mysteries of Beshbarmag Mountain
Arts, culture and heritage

Discover the mysteries of Beshbarmag Mountain

Hike a mountain shrouded in mystery where the locals come to... More

Visit the Ashabi Kahf Cave
Visit the Ashabi Kahf Cave
Arts, culture and heritage

Visit the Ashabi Kahf Cave

Ashabi-Kahf is a charming retreat to the east of Nakhchivan City... More

jewishsights

Visit the first Museum of Mountain Jews
Visit the first Museum of Mountain Jews
Jewish heritage

Visit the first Museum of Mountain Jews

Red Settlement is a truly unique place to visit. Characterized by... More

Uncover Jewish traces in Baku
Uncover Jewish traces in Baku
Heritage sites

Uncover Jewish traces in Baku

Since the early 1800s, Baku has been home to a vibrant... More

Enjoy a day trip to Jewish sites in Oguz
Enjoy a day trip to Jewish sites in Oguz
Jewish heritage

Enjoy a day trip to Jewish sites in Oguz

Oguz in north-west Azerbaijan was once one of the main Jewish... More

christiansights

take a walking tour of  Baku’s oil-boom architecture
take a walking tour of Baku’s oil-boom architecture
German heritage

take a walking tour of Baku’s oil-boom architecture

Discover the stunning old architecture built in Baku during the late... More

Explore Nij village near Gabala
Explore Nij village near Gabala
Arts, culture and heritage

Explore Nij village near Gabala

The village of Nij is home to the largest population of... More

Discover traces of Caucasian Albania near Sheki
Discover traces of Caucasian Albania near Sheki
Arts, culture and heritage

Discover traces of Caucasian Albania near Sheki

Kish is a small village near Sheki. It is a monument... More

Go history hunting in Zagatala
Go history hunting in Zagatala
Family holidays

Go history hunting in Zagatala

Zagatala contains many historical attractions to visit; old fortress and church... More

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museums & galleries
Museums & galleries

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architecture
Architecture

architecture

Architecture in Azerbaijan typically combines elements of East and West. More

crafts making
Crafts making

crafts making

Azerbaijan is rich in traditions, developed over many centuries, an important place among which is occupied by folk handicrafts. More

Discover Gobustan's ancient rock art
Arts, culture and heritage

Discover Gobustan's ancient rock art

Uncover an astonishing collection of over 6,000 ancient petroglyphs charting ways of life dating back tens of thousands of years. More

Take carpet weaving masterclasses in Guba
Crafts making

Take carpet weaving masterclasses in Guba

Carpets in Guba are traditionally woven in winter and considered some of the finest in the Caucasus. It’s time for you to learn how to do it too! More

Stargazing at Shamakhi Astrophysical Observatory
Arts, culture and heritage

Stargazing at Shamakhi Astrophysical Observatory

Visit the largest astrophysical observatory in Azerbaijan. Established in the Soviet era and used to study the stars and secrets of the universe. More

Visit Juma Mosque, the First Mosque in Azerbaijan
Arts, culture and heritage

Visit Juma Mosque, the First Mosque in Azerbaijan

Located in Shamakhi, Juma is Azerbaijan's first mosque. It was started back in 743 AD, which makes it the second oldest mosque in the Caucasus. More

In the footsteps of the Shirvanshahs
Arts, culture and heritage

In the footsteps of the Shirvanshahs

Smahakhi is full of history and heritage. It's the perfect place for history hunters to experience what it was like to live in the time of the Shirvanshahs. More

Learn the secrets to kelaghayi making in Basgal
Arts, culture and heritage

Learn the secrets to kelaghayi making in Basgal

Kelaghayis are exquisite silk headscarves traditionally worn by Azerbaijani women. Come see how they’re made in Basgal, an authentic mountain village. More

Take a day trip to Lahij
Intangible Cultural Heritage

Take a day trip to Lahij

A little village called Lahij can take your breath away with its antique cobbled streets and stone houses. This is definitely a place to visit. Don’t miss it! More

Explore Nij village near Gabala
Arts, culture and heritage

Explore Nij village near Gabala

The village of Nij is home to the largest population of Udi people. Explore their long history and traditions by visiting this wonderful region near Gabala. More

Soak up the history of old Gabala
Arts, culture and heritage

Soak up the history of old Gabala

If you love history, you shouldn't miss visiting the village of Chukur Gabala. Discover its ruins and learn about its extensive cultural heritage. More

Explore the Historic Centre  of Sheki
Arts, culture and heritage

Explore the Historic Centre of Sheki

The Historic Centre of Sheki is a national architectural reserve and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Be sure to explore this wonderful area, which still exudes the spirit of the Silk Roads. More

Call into Sheki's craft shops
Crafts making

Call into Sheki's craft shops

Step into Sheki's boutiques and admire their authentic craftsmanship. Meet artisans and buy some pots, papags, instruments and more. More

Discover traces of Caucasian Albania near Sheki
Arts, culture and heritage

Discover traces of Caucasian Albania near Sheki

Kish is a small village near Sheki. It is a monument of the ancient civilization called Albania. See its architecture and learn about its history. More

Go history hunting in Zagatala
Family holidays

Go history hunting in Zagatala

Zagatala contains many historical attractions to visit; old fortress and church ruins make part of its scenery that's worth looking at. Experience it. More

Visit German-inspired Goygol
Arts, culture and heritage

Visit German-inspired Goygol

Ganja has an interesting culinary take on different delicious desserts and dishes. Don't forget tasting dishes like the Ganja divga or the shah pilaf. More

Visit Shamkir’s German heritage
Arts, culture and heritage

Visit Shamkir’s German heritage

Shamkir was once a German colony known for winemaking. However, it still has a unique Germanic feel worth seeing. Want to experience it? Read through. More

Travel back to ancient Shamkir
Arts, culture and heritage

Travel back to ancient Shamkir

Shamkir has a rich history. Explore its wonderful old city ruins and discover more of the region's past at the local lore and history museum. More

Enjoy history and culture in Lankaran
Arts, culture and heritage

Enjoy history and culture in Lankaran

With exhibits spanning from the Bronze Age to the Talysh Khanate and World War II, Lankaran’s historical museums are intriguing sites to visit. More

Learn the secrets to a long and healthy life in Lerik
Arts, culture and heritage

Learn the secrets to a long and healthy life in Lerik

Lerik is a town and region sometimes called 'the land of centenarians'. And there's a good reason for it. Want to learn more? Come take a look. More

Uncover Jewish traces in Baku
Heritage sites

Uncover Jewish traces in Baku

Since the early 1800s, Baku has been home to a vibrant community of Jews. Explore and learn what marks they have left in the city. More

Marvel at the Momine Khatin Mausoleum
Arts, culture and heritage

Marvel at the Momine Khatin Mausoleum

Be inspired by the exquisite Momine Khatin Mausoleum in the heart of Nakhchivan City. It was built by the eminent 12th-century architect Ajemi Nakhchivani.  More

Visit Noah’s Tomb
Arts, culture and heritage

Visit Noah’s Tomb

Noah's Tomb is one of the most intriguing sights in Nakhchivan City – and a great place to learn why locals call this region the "land of Noah". More

Explore the Nakhchivan Khans’ Palace
Arts, culture and heritage

Explore the Nakhchivan Khans’ Palace

Nakhchivan Khan's Palace is one of the most outstanding architectural sights in Azerbaijan. Enjoy the beauty of this place – an eye-catching monument of Azerbaijan's khanate period. More

Travel to Ordubad
Arts, culture and heritage

Travel to Ordubad

Stroll around the quiet streets of the historical reserve of Ordubad and discover ancient monuments, house museums and even the most delicious lemons in the Caucasus. More

Snap a photo of the Flame Towers
Arts, culture and heritage

Snap a photo of the Flame Towers

The trio of skyscrapers named the Flame Towers are one of the top architectural wonders of Baku. You can admire these curved glass towers from almost anywhere in the city. More

Shop and socialise in the Port Baku area
Arts, culture and heritage

Shop and socialise in the Port Baku area

If you love going out to eat or shop and are looking for an upmarket area, then head to Port Baku. There's plenty here for an indulgent day of relaxation. More

Polish heritage in Baku
Arts, culture and heritage

Polish heritage in Baku

In the central streets of Baku there are dozens of stunning European-style buildings built during the time of the first Oil Boom. But did you know that the majority of them were designed by Polish architects? You can discover them and other examples of Polish heritage during a special walking tour around the city. More

Baku Olympic Stadium
Adventure & sports

Baku Olympic Stadium

The architecture of Baku never ceases to amaze. You’ll be convinced of this yourself after a visit to Baku’s Olympic Stadium  – the country’s most unusual and largest sports construction.  More

Stone streets alive with history
Arts, culture and heritage

Stone streets alive with history

A trip to Lahij is a journey through cobblestone streets alive with history. In this much-loved mountain village you can discover the secrets of  a 2,000-year-old sewage system and traces of the ancient kingdom of Caucasian Albania, and much more besides.   More

Medicinal herbs unique cuisine
Arts, culture and heritage

Medicinal herbs unique cuisine

Although the village of Lahij, nestled in the heart of the Caucasus Mountains, is best known for its craftsmen and crafts, people also flock here to experience its local cuisine. This includes delicious tea brewed with herbs, many of which grow only in this region, which you can try as soon as you arrive in the village.   More

Patterns of nature city of craftsmen
Arts, culture and heritage

Patterns of nature city of craftsmen

The ancient village of Lahij, which embodies the spirit of the Middle Ages and dates back 2,000 years, is the centre of crafts in Azerbaijan. Known as the "city of 40 crafts," Lahij is famous for having had over 200 artisan workshops in the mid-19th century. More

Polish heritage in Baku-3129
Arts, culture and heritage

Polish heritage in Baku-3129

In the central streets of Baku are dozens of stunning buildings in European styles built during the Oil Boom period. But did you know that the majority of them were designed by Polish architects? You can discover them and other examples of Polish heritage during a walking tour around the city. More

The National Museum of History of Azerbaijan
Museums & galleries

The National Museum of History of Azerbaijan

The National Museum of History of Azerbaijan is incomparably important in terms of protection and promotion of material and cultural samples related to different periods of Azerbaijan’s history. The building where the museum is located is especially noteworthy as it was owned by Haji Zeynalabdin Taghiyev, a famous oil magnate and philanthropist. More

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