History

Azerbaijan possesses a rich history of statehood which extends over a period of approximately 5000 years. The first state organizations here first appeared at the end of fourth millennium and the beginning of the third millennium before our era.

Art & Culture

The cultural life of Baku enchants both residents and guests of the city with its broad-ranging evening programmes, regardless of whether it is a business day or at the weekend. There are many museums and private exhibitions of popular artists, vintage theatres and amazing performances, art galleries and monuments to local and international artists, installed in Baku’s wonderful parks, where you can enjoy good times with your family or simply by yourself.

Nature

The nature of Azerbaijan – partly wild and deserted and partly covered with the remains of ancient forests, is a never-ending marvel for any traveller. The flora of Azerbaijan is exceptionally rich. It brings to mind a large national carpet, thanks to its brightness and the variety of rich colours. The terrain of Azerbaijan is densely carved by many rivers and mountain streams, some of which form noisy waterfalls, echoing deep into the mountains.

Outdoor activities

Azerbaijan is a country of ancient culture and history. In order to get to know and understand Azerbaijanis, you have to go back in time and understand their roots. Monuments of age-old architecture, mighty temples and magic mosques, ancient houses, build by architects from Azerbaijan and all over the world, cave paintings by the first humans on Earth, temples of ancient deities and many more, will amaze any guest and make him fall in love forever with the beautiful Land of Fire. Shahdag Moun