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Baku

Capital of Azerbaijan

CountryAzerbaijan
CapitalBaku
ContinentAsia
RegionWestern Asia
LanguageAzerbaijani, Russian
Time difference+1 h (UTC+4)
  • Old City
  • Maiden Tower
  • Palace of the Shirvanshahs
  • Flame Towers

About Baku

Baku lies on the Caspian Sea, on the Absheron Peninsula. It grew rapidly in the late 19th century thanks to oil.

The walled Old City (İçərişəhər), the Maiden Tower and the Palace of the Shirvanshahs are on the UNESCO World Heritage list. The Flame Towers are the city's modern symbol.

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Public holidays

The country's public holiday calendar.

Practical info

  • CurrencyAzerbaijani Manat (₼)
  • Dialling code+994
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