Baku - Wikipedia
Baku is the primate city of Azerbaijan—it is the sole metropolis in the country, and about 25% of all inhabitants of the country live in Baku's metropolitan area. Baku is divided into twelve administrative raions and 48 townships.
Baku | Location, History, Economy, Map, & Facts | Britannica
2 days ago · Baku, city, capital of Azerbaijan. It lies on the western shore of the Caspian Sea on the southern side of the Abseron Peninsula, around the wide curving sweep of the Bay of Baku. The city derives its importance from its oil industry and its administrative functions.
Baku travel - Lonely Planet | Azerbaijan, Europe
At its heart, the Unesco-listed İçəri Şəhər (Old City) lies within an exotically crenellated arc of fortress wall. Around this are gracefully illuminated stone mansions and pedestrianised tree-lined streets filled with exclusive boutiques.
Discover Baku | Azerbaijan.Travel
Welcome to Baku – a truly contemporary city criss-crossed by history. From the modern elegance of the Flame Towers standing proudly above to the medieval UNESCO-listed Old City at its core, there is something for everyone in our stunning capital.
explore Baku's Old City - Azerbaijan
A city within a city, the Old City is Baku's historic core and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It has so much to explore, from the Maiden's Tower and Shirvanshahs' Palace to art galleries, theatres and cafés.
A city guide to the Azerbaijani capital of Baku - National …
Sep 12, 2019 · A city guide to the Azerbaijani capital of Baku With a medieval quarter that preserves Silk Route traditions and a modern, ever-evolving core, the Azerbaijani capital is something of an...
15 Wonderful Things to Do in Baku Old City, Azerbaijan
Jun 23, 2024 · Baku’s historic core, the walled Old City or Icherisheher, is a must-visit in Azerbaijan. This guide to Baku Old City shows you 15 things you absolutely can’t miss, plus practical tips for planning your visit.
Baku, Azerbaijan - WorldAtlas
Sep 2, 2021 · Panoramic view of Baku - the capital city of Azerbaijan that is located by the Caspian Sea shore. Baku is situated on the southern end of the Absheron Peninsula, on the wide Bay of Baku, which forms part of the Caspian Sea. To its south are several small islands that form the Baku Archipelago.
25 Best Things to Do in Baku, Azerbaijan
Lying on the shores of the Caspian Sea, Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, is a beautiful, underrated gem. Here are the best things to do in Baku.
Old City (Baku) - Wikipedia
Old City or Inner City (Azerbaijani: İçərişəhər) [2] is the historical core of Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan. The Old City is the most ancient part of Baku, [3] which is surrounded by walls. In 2007, the Old City had a population of about 3,000 people. [4]