• Maiden Tower - The Maiden Tower is a 12th-century structure located in the Old City of Baku, Azerbaijan. Together with the 15th-century Shirvanshahs’ Palace, it forms a collection of historic monuments that were added to the UNESCO World Heritage List of Historical Monuments as cultural property, Category III, in 2001. It is one of Azerbaijan’s most iconic national symbols and is featured on Azerbaijani currency and official documents.
• Palace of the Shirvanshahs - The Palace of the Shirvanshahs, constructed in the 15th century by the Shirvanshahs, is described by UNESCO as “one of the pearls of Azerbaijan’s architecture.” Situated in Baku’s Inner City, it, along with the Maiden Tower, is part of a historic monument ensemble listed under the UNESCO World Heritage List of Historical Monuments. The complex includes the main palace building, Divanhane, burial vaults, the shah’s mosque with a minaret, Seyid Yahya Bakuvi’s mausoleum (known as the “mausoleum of the dervish”), a portal to the east, Murad’s gate, a reservoir, and remnants of a bathhouse. Previously, an ancient mosque stood next to the mausoleum, and the bath’s ruins remain west of the tomb.
• Miniature Books - The Baku Museum of Miniature Books is the world’s only museum dedicated to miniature books, located in Baku’s historic Inner City. The museum opened on April 2, 2002, and in 2015, it was awarded a Guinness World Records Certificate as the largest private museum of miniature books.
• Baku Eye - The Baku Ferris Wheel, also known as the Baku Eye or Devil’s Wheel, is situated on Baku Boulevard in the Seaside National Park of Baku, Azerbaijan’s capital. Constructed by the Dutch company Dutch Wheels, it was inaugurated by Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev on March 10, 2014, and opened to the public two days later.
• Highland Park - Highland Park Baku is a favored destination in Azerbaijan’s capital. From its highest point, visitors can enjoy stunning panoramic views of the city and bay. Both locals and tourists visit the park to admire the scenery, take leisurely walks, or relax. The park’s name reflects its elevated location, offering magnificent views of nearby attractions such as Baku Boulevard, Baku Bay, the Shirvanshahs Palace, the Old City of Baku, and the Maiden’s Tower. Locals refer to it as “Dagustu park,” meaning Upland Park.
• Mini-Venice - “Little Venice” in Baku Boulevard is a charming town established in 1960 and expanded to 10,000 sq.m. in 2012. It features two large and several small islands connected by decorative stone bridges, with gondolas navigating the calm, clear waters. In the 1950s and 1960s, the Mirvari (Pearl) cafe, Little Venice water park, Bahar (Spring) cinema, and other attractions were built in Baku Boulevard. The redevelopment of “Small Venetian town” included expanding the channels, adding bridges, and constructing two restaurants offering Western and Eastern cuisine. Boats accommodate four people: one guide and three passengers. It is located near the Caspian seashore.
• Nizami str. /Tarqovi - Nizami Street (Azerbaijani: Nizami küçəsi) is a prominent pedestrian and shopping street in downtown Baku, Azerbaijan, named after the classical Persian poet Nizami Ganjavi.
• Bahram Gur Fountain - The Bahram Gur statue is a monument and fountain located in Baku, Azerbaijan, in a small square in front of the Baku funicular. The bronze sculpture depicts Bahram Gur, the hero of Nizami’s poem “Seven Beauties,” a Sassanid Shahinshah of Iran, slaying a dragon with a sword. The monument symbolizes the triumph of good over evil, as the dragon in Eastern mythology represents evil. During Soviet times, when sculptures of world proletariat leaders and plaster figures of workers and farmers were common, creating such an allegorical composition posed significant challenges.

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• Lunch

Let’s commence our exploration of Baku, the capital and commercial epicenter of Azerbaijan, right from your hotel. We will begin with a stroll in Icheri Sheher, the ancient part of the city. Explore notable sights such as the Maiden Tower, Shirvanshahs’ Palace, Caravanserai, and a bustling market place filled with art workshops and souvenir stands. Next, we’ll head to Martyrs’ Lane, locally known as ‘Shehidler Khiyabany’. Enjoy panoramic seaside views as you take a walk through this area. We will then delve into the architecture from the 19th and 20th centuries by taking you to Nizami Street, Fountain Square, Nizami Ganjavi monument, and Rasul-Zade Street. Our tour rounds off with a visit to the National Carpets Museum, home to the most extensive collection of Azeri carpets. We wrap up our lively Old & New Baku City Tour with a drop-off at your hotel or preferred location.

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