There’s no denying that Baku, located in the vast Azerbaijan, is one of the hottest and most sought after holiday destinations this year, and in fact over the last few years. The city has rapidly increased in popularity, and it doesn’t matter what kind of holiday or vacation you’re after, Baku has something to offer you.
But why is Baku so popular, and as a holidaymaker yourself, why would you be interested in visiting? Well, today we’re going to explore everything you need to know in our handy Baku guide!
Affordable for All Budgets
Baku is renowned for being great value for money, and there’s no denying that whatever budget you’re on, Baku is going to be in your price range. Take the public transport services, for example. Not only can most major sights and accommodation options affordable and within walking distance, if you wanted to go further afield, a bus or metro ticket costs only $1!
High Safety Levels
Compared to many other places in Asia, Baku is considered one of the safest cities for tourists, and it’s a very low chance you’re going to experience any problems whatsoever, and there isn’t too much of a language barrier. Locals are also considered very friendly, so if you need help, just ask!
A Cocktail of Old and New
While there’s a modern part of Baku for you to explore, there’s also a rich, older cultural side to the city which is one of the most attractive reasons to visit. For example, the Old City, known locally as the Icheri Sheher, is a UNESCO heritage site and offers incredible details into the lives of the people who lived here in the 12th to the 16th Century.
There’s also the beautiful walled fortress that was the lifeline defense for the city’s inhabitants during the battles of the 16th Century and is a maze just waiting to be explored. With a ton of astrological implements and over 25 towers, make sure you bring your camera and have it at the ready at all times!
If you want to see everything easily, make sure you check out Baku tour packages to see what tour best suits your personal interests!
The Heydar Aliyev Center
If you’re a fan of arts and architecture, then the Heydar Aliyev Center is the place you need to add to your visit list. This center is the legacy of renowned and world-famous Zaha Hadid and is housed in a building design inspired by Arabic calligraphy. This is a fantastic day out, and even if you’re not a fan of artistic culture, you can still guarantee you’re going to find something here you’re going to love.
Endless Things to Explore
While we’ve mentioned a handful of places to visit and things to do while visiting Baku, the truth is that this is simply the tip of the iceberg. Some of the other amazing sites you need to explore includes the world-famous Flame Towers (literally a skyscraper complex full of mesmerizing LED lights that create a stunning flame effect), the Yanar Dog, a flame that has been burning for over 4000 years, and a wealth of other UNESCO Heritage sites.
It’s safe to say that adventure and exploration is unavoidable when visiting Baku!
Summary
As you can see, while Baku might not be one of the most known tourist destinations in the world, it’s a magical place that you won’t regret visiting, and surely deserves a place of your travel bucket list! A world of wonder awaits you!
