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Explore the Rich Heritage of Baku with a Guided City Tour - 

Join us for a guided city tour that will take you through the rich historical background of Baku till today’s wonders. This means it's designed for your customers to explore the cultural diversity in Azerbaijan’s capital – blending olden days traditions with modern buildings.

The tour starts at Icherisheher, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed ancient city within Baku which serves as its historical core. The narrow alleys here are lined with mosques, caravanserais (trading inns), and palaces dating back centuries ago that give an insight into what medieval life was like for people living this part of town then. A must-see among them all is Maiden Tower – an enigmatic architectural structure wrapped with legends.

The next stop will be Shirvanshahs’ Palace also known as Shirvan Shah Palace Complex; it is considered to be one of the most remarkable examples of medieval Azerbaijani architecture featuring sophisticated stone masonry works alongside beautiful domes etc., within its perimeter walls there are burial vaults but these were looted long time ago so nothing remains there now except some inscriptions on gravestones etc. This royal residence offers a glimpse into how rich rulers were living during 15th-century Azerbaijan.

Moving from olden times to present day realities we visit Heydar Aliyev Cultural Centre – an iconic symbol representing modern Baku designed by Zaha Hadid who was world renowned architect; fluid lines used throughout this building creates wave-like effect thus making it look futuristic even though it has been built recently, also redefining what can be achieved in terms of design when dealing with such structures thereby showing off city’s progressive nature.

Throughout the tour, knowledgeable guides provide historical context and fascinating anecdotes, enriching the experience with their deep understanding of Baku’s heritage. This allows travellers to immerse themselves into the vibrant culture of the city.

Baku is a fascinating place for anyone with an interest in history or architecture; its rich past combined with diverse range of structures from different eras makes it an ideal destination among cultural enthusiasts and those who love learning about the past. With this guided city tour your clients will get to know all sides of Baku – ancient and modern leaving them amazed at how much beauty lies within such close proximity to each other.

Come and explore the heart of Baku where old meets new and Explore the Rich Heritage of Baku! Book now for your customers’ unforgettable experience on our guided city tours today.

Published
02 July 2024
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