Exploring the Hidden Street Scenes of Azerbaijan

This treasure country in the Caucasus is truly amazing! As the wealthiest former Soviet republic, Azerbaijan blends the essence of Eastern and Western cultures. Every second wandering around Baku makes you marvel: this is just wonderful~

🏛️Must-visit spots in Baku
📍Flame Towers: Address: 1 Mehdi Huseyn St, Baku
A landmark shining on Baku’s skyline, the tower’s shape is inspired by the ancient fire temple, and at night it lights up like burning flames. You can take the elevator to the observation deck to overlook the entire Caspian Sea coast.

📍Old City Walls: Address: Old City, Baku
Here you’ll find maze-like cobblestone alleys and 12th-century ancient buildings, listed as a World Cultural Heritage site. The most worth-seeing is the Maiden Tower, said to hold unknown secrets in every stone~

📍Carpet Museum: Address: 28 Mikayil Huseyn St, Baku
Shaped like a rolled-up carpet! The museum displays thousands of exquisite handmade carpets, and you can watch intangible cultural heritage inheritors weaving live. Note the museum is closed on Tuesdays.

📍Heydar Aliyev Center: Address: 1 Heydar Aliyev Ave, Baku
Zaha Hadid’s architectural masterpiece! The streamlined white building is perfect for photos; it’s recommended to wear solid colors for your visit. Inside, there is a permanent exhibition about Azerbaijani culture.

🍴Food Recommendations
✅Piti: Traditional lamb soup, eaten with bread! Recommended at Nargiz Restaurant (Address: 13 Nizami St)
✅Dolma: Rice wrapped in grape leaves! Baku Palace (Address: 22 Mammadaliyev St) makes it very authentic
✅Sheki Halva: Perfect with black tea! Available at dessert shops in the Old City

🚗Transportation Tips
It’s recommended to buy a BakuCard, usable on metro and buses. For taxis, use the Bolt app, which is much cheaper than hailing directly. From the airport to downtown, you can take the airport express, which takes about 30 minutes to reach the city center.

💰Money-saving tips
1. Many museums offer free admission on Thursdays
2. Student IDs can get discounts at attractions
3. The local currency Manat fluctuates a lot, so it’s advised to exchange money in the city first