Plan Your Holiday Trip to Baku

by Andrea Jessy Travel guide

About the Origin Baku

Baku is the capital and largest city of Azerbaijan. The city is situated on the banks of the Caspian Sea, on the southern edge of the Azerbaijan Peninsula. The city is a hub for scientific, industrial center, and cultural resources. It is head quartered for many corporate companies and educational institutions. It is known as ‘City of Winds’ as it experiences harsh winds.

Tourist Attractions

Baku boasts plentiful of cultural sites, museums and art galleries. Palace of the Shirvanshahs, Twin Gates of Old City, Ramana Tower, Mayoralty of Baku, Ismailiyya Palace, Opera and Ballet Theater, Azerbaijan State Philharmonic Hall, and Azerbaijan State Academic are the prime sites in the city. Its old city is a home for architectural marvels; The Maiden Tower in Old Baku is inscribed in UNESCO World Heritage Site list. Conversely, there are plentiful of musical and art festivals.

Shopping Dining & Nightlife

Baku is popular for variety of rugs, apples, antiques, and many more local delights. Old City area is the best place to experience the traditional shopping. There are numerous chain stores, local boutiques, and small shops that are sprinkled throughout the city. Conversely, there are few upscale boutiques and shopping malls such as, Park Bulvar, AF MALL, 28 MALL, Metro Park, and Aygun city. There are plentiful of eateries available in the city, which offers traditional cuisines along with worldwide varieties. Baku’s nightlife is enjoyable and most of the clubs and bars open until dawn. Local music will be played in most of the places along with delicious Azerbaijan cuisines.

Festivals & Seasons

Being the capital city of the Azerbaijan, Baku is considered as the home for cultural activities. The city hosts prime festivals, annual days, events, fairs, sports events, and many more. International Jazz Festival is the famous festival hosted by the city. Baku International Film Festival, Gül Bayramı (Flower Festival), Novruz Festival, National Theatre Festival, International and local exhibitions are featured in the city. Book flights from Abu Dhabi to Baku and make your trip memorable.