Azerbaijan is a unique country with centuries old history, unmatched culture, customs and tradition also have very fine variants of cuisines. Baku is the capital of Azerbaijan and its name means ‘the city of winds’ or ‘the city of hill’. The sunset view of Baku city is stunning. Each building in Baku shines out like radiant stars in the sky. This city is the home of beautiful museums, theatres, opera houses, cinemas and libraries.
Baku
Baku, one of the most beautiful world’s cities is located at the joint of Europe and Asia. The capital’s name itself is interpreted as a “wind blow”, “city of winds” or “hill”, “city on the hill”.
The port city of Baku, the cultural, industrial and political capital of Azerbaijan is located on the western Caspian seaside, on the bay shores of the same name in the southern part of the Apsheron Peninsula, rich in its oil fields. Baku consists of 11 administrative districts and 5 townships. According to the Lonely Planet's ranking, Baku is also among the world's top ten destinations for urban nightlife.
Then after lunch, you will go to the shops where the traditional souvenirs are sold and end the day by going to the National Carpet Museum. Near Museum in Little Venice Park, you will feel yourself in small Italy. Lunch and Dinner will be in the Indian Restaurant.
After breakfast at Hotel for discovering the historical and natural areas, driver will take a tour to the Absheron Peninsula and you will visit Yanardagh (Burning Mountain) where the fire ignites thousands of years. On the day of your tour to the ancient Zoroastrian temple you will get more information about the mystic Ateshgah. Besides, you will have a chance for seeing the Mardakan Castle and ruins that played an essential role in the history of Azerbaijan and visiting the Heydar Aliyev Museum, the architectural legend of Zahi Hadid.