Things to Do in Baku
Baku Ferris Wheel is popularly called as Baku Eye or Devil’s Wheel is located in the Seaside National park of Baku. The wheel was constructed by Dutch company. The wheel is about 200 ft in height and has got 30 enclosed cabins which can hold 8 people.
Bibiheybat is a historic mosque located in Baku, Azerbaijan. Originally built in the 13th century and reconstructed in the 1990s, it holds significant religious and cultural importance for Azerbaijani Muslims. The mosque's striking architecture and serene surroundings make it a popular destination for visitors and worshippers alike.
The Candy Cane Mountains near Baku, Azerbaijan, are a geological marvel that captivates with their unique beauty. These striped hills, located in the Greater Caucasus region, showcase vivid shades of red, pink, and white, resembling a candy cane. The colours result from iron-rich sediments and clay deposits that have weathered over millennia, creating striking patterns across the terrain.
Majority of the exhibits of the museum are collected by Zarifa Salahova for a period close to almost 30 years. There are more than 6500 books that belong to almost 64 different countries in this museum which is considered to be one of the best tourist places in Baku. The main motive of opening this museum was to promote childhood literacy.
Location: Icherisheher, Baku 1000, Azerbaijan
Timings: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Heading over to this place, you will be able to feel the warmth of the soft white sands. The beachside is adorned with some of the luxury places in Baku for accommodation that can offer you some wonderful memories.
Location: 94 Glebe Street, Bilgah District, Bilgəh 1122, Azerbaijan
It is one of the very first religious constructions as well as popular places in Baku where white stone was used. The chief architect of this mosque was Zivar bey Ahmedbayov who designed the interiors with accordanmce to the Muslim desings of the east.
Location: 7 Mirza Fatali Akhundov, Baku 1001, Azerbaijan
Timings: 4:00 AM - 9:00 PM
National Flag Square happens to be a large city square off Neftchilar Avenue that has a flag measuring 70 meters by length and 35 meters by width. The flag is hoisted on a pole that is about 162 meters tall.
The walls were constructed between 1138 and 1139 on the orders of Shirvanshah Manuchohr III. The fortress consists of a double wall for added protection. As per the nation’s etiology, the fort is considered to be an armory. Despite the fact that walls have been constructed for defensive purposes, the builders have strengthened it by constructing it in the centre of the fort.
Location: Icherisheher, Baku 0100 Azerbaijan
Little Venice is one of the most sought after tourist places in Baku that is made up of artificial waterways. The construction of this place was started in the year 1960 and then in the year 2012, it was expanded. Little Venice is home to some of the canals that are interspersed with islands which are again connected stone bridges allowing free movement of Gondolas.
Highland park happens to be a well known place which is popular for its viewing spots. It is considered as one of the best places in Baku where you can enjoy the views of the sea and spend time in relaxation.
Nizami Street is one of the largest pedestrian and shopping streets in downtown Baku which is named after classical Persian Poet Nizami Ganjavi. The street had found its way from 1864 during the town planning project. Running from downtown in the west to the east, you will get to enjoy some of the charming age old buildings as well as heritage monuments.
Baku Boulevard which is also known as Dənizkənarı Milli Park was established in the year 1909 runs parallel to the Baku Seafront. The heritage of this place goes back to almost 100 years. It is considered as one of the oldest and the most valuable monuments in Azerbaijan.
Flame Towers in Baku happens to be a trio of skyscrapers with the tallest tower being 182 meters high. The flame shaped towers happen to symbolize the element of fire. The flame towers are home to some 130 residential apartments spread across 33 floors, office blocks, and service apartments.
The palace of the Shirvanshahs happens to be a 15th century palace that was constructed by the Shirvanshahs. It is considered as one of the pearls of the famous Azerbaijan Architecture. The palace forms an ensemble of historic monuments with the Maiden tower under the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Heydar Mosque happens to be an Azerbaijaini Mosque that is named after President Heydar Aliyev. Inaugurated in the year 2014, the mosque is spread over an area of 12000 square meters. The facade of the building is decorated with some special stones that are based on the style of Shirvan Abshoeron architecture.
Baku Boulevard is a popular promenade that was established in the year 1909 along the seafront of Baku. It is a breezy place that hugs the seafront for about 3 miles from the National Flag Square to Freedom Square. Heading out to this place, you will be able to enjoy the sidewalk lined with trees and some evening refreshment.
Fountain Square happens to be a public square that is located in downtown Baku. This popular square was known to be Parapet in the bygone times. It is called fountain square because of the presence of dozens of fountains which were constructed in the course of Soviet rule.
