Destination
Azerbaijan
Stretching from the Caspian shore to the soaring Caucasus, Azerbaijan offers rugged mountain trails, historic mud‑brick towns, bustling markets where fragrant spices mingle, and a culinary mix of tea‑scented pastries and grilled meats, all set against a backdrop of diverse cultures.
Late spring brings clear mountain air, blooming valleys and comfortable coastal breezes, making it ideal for exploring both the highlands and the Caspian littoral.
Good to know before you go
- Capital
- Baku
- Currency
- Azerbaijani Manat (AZN)
- Languages
- Azerbaijani, Russian, Armenian
- Dialling code
- +994
- Drives on the
- right
- Plug types
- C, F
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Entry requirements and safety: UK government travel advice for Azerbaijan
Where to go in Azerbaijan
Baku
Baku sits on the southern edge of the Absheron Peninsula, a bustling port city below sea level on the Caspian. Its mix of Soviet‑era avenues, modern skyscrapers and historic walled quarter draws visitors interested in architecture, culture and a lively waterfront.
Ganja
Ganja, Azerbaijan’s second‑largest city, sits on the Kura River and blends Soviet‑era avenues with 12th‑century mosques, bustling bazaars and leafy parks. Visitors come for its historic sites, local crafts and the surrounding vineyards that spill onto the foothills.
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