Azerbaijan is a semi-presidential republic located in the Caucasus region, connecting Eastern Europe & West Asia. It has become a tourist destination because of the beauty it offers. Let's take a deep dive!
Azerbaijan is rich in natural resources, particularly oil and gas, which form a significant part of its economy.
The main language spoken by about 90% of the population is Azerbaijani, a Turkic language.
The country faced numerous invasions throughout history, including by the Soveit Union, Sasanids in the 3rd century AD and the Arabs in the 7th century.
It gained independence in 1918-1920 after the collapse of the Soviet Union.
Despite its oil wealth, Azerbaijan is generally an affordable destination for travellers, especially outside of its capital city Baku.
One of the famous sites is Yanar Dağ, also known as the "Burning Mountain," where natural gas has been continuously burning for at least 65 years
You can also visit Lake Goyal, also known as the Blue Lake, nestled in the Murovdag foothills & Quba, providing picturesque & stunning views.
For vegetarians, there are dishes like lentil soup, leafy khingal, and Banjan Buru Salad, & non-vegetarians can opt for Azeri kebab, Dolma, Chikin Tabaka, & more.
Enjoy Azeri delicacies at Zest Lifestyle Cafe, Maharani Indian Restaurant, Art Club Restaurant & more.
It has 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Baku Walled City, the Palace of the Shirvanshahs, and the Gobustan Rock Art Cultural Landscape. ️