Azerbaijan Vacations

Overview

Azerbaijan is a country in the Caucasia region of Eurasia. The name "Azerbaijan" comes from the name of an ancient Turkish tribe that lived in these areas. It became independent from the former Soviet Union in 1997. Russian and Turkish are the most commonly spoken languages, with little English spoken in the capital city of the country. It is recommended that tourists should contact their embassy and become a part of their warden program before visiting Azerbaijan. This helps to ensure their safety and well-being during the trip. Their warden can contact the embassy in the case of emergency, as well as provide general travel information to the tourist. The best time to visit this country is between April and June.

Activities & Attractions

The country has more than 6,000 historical monuments. You can visit the Gobustan Rock Art, where you can see ancient cave drawings on the limestone walls done in the Paleolithic period. A museum helps explain the drawings and the stories behind them. It is best to take water with you when you travel to this place because it is located in extremely dry foothills. Ali Shamsir's Gallery, Archangel Michael Russian Church, Carpet Museum, Imam Huseyn Mosque, State Art Museum, and Teze Pir Mosque are popular tourist destinations in the capital city of Baku.

The Maiden's Tower is another place of interest in the country that is thousands of years old. You can climb the stairs to the top and get an excellent view of Baku. Fountain Square is a busy center in the heart of city which has lot of shopping opportunities.

Nakhchivan, a popular tourist spot, is a holy place for Muslims. The Mountain called Asabi-Kehf located here has been mentioned in one of the Hadis. You can also visit the beautiful sandy beaches that provide plenty of opportunities for swimming. Shamaki and Gussar are places you can go to if you are interested in winter sports.

Lodging

Most lodging options in Azerbaijan are available in Baku. Hotels are available for different budget styles. You can also choose to stay in dormitory that are quite cheap. Hotel Hale Kai, Sultan Inn Boutique Hotel, Park Hyatt, Best Eastern Hotel, and Serin Hotel are some of the well known hotels in the country.

Transportation

Baku is the hub of the Azerbaijan's railway lines, as well as the largest seaport. There are over 50 airports in the country that provide efficient air service around Azerbaijan. Rental cars are available in Baku and vehicles should be driven on the right side of the road. Buses also connect most places around the country.