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About Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan was a former republic of the Union of Soviet Socialist
Republics. Together with Armenia, and Georgia it forms a region known as Transcaucasia.
Map of Baku - The Capital of Azerbaijan
Although Azerbaijan borders Iran,
the Azeris play their football in the European
football zone that is controlled by
UEFA; although when you go to Azerbaijan, it doesn't feel like Europe at all.
Countries neighbouring Azerbaijan:
Iran, Armenia, Georgia and Russia.
Weather in Asia:
Local weather forecasts for destinations around Asia.
Conflict flared in the Nagorno-Karabakh enclave of Azerbaijan,
where most of the Armenian minority live, between Armenia and Azerbaijan in the late
1980s. Armenia gained control of the mountainous enclave in 1994 and 1995.
The least urbanised of the three Transcaucasian republics, Azerbaijan
became an independent republic in 1991.
President of
The Republic of Azerbaijan:
The online home of the top office in government.
Karabakh:
Independent non-profit community increasing public awareness about Karabakh and the
Nagorno-Karabakh conflict.
National Holidays in Azerbaijan
January 1 - New Year's Day.
January 20 - Day of the Martyrs.
March 8 - Women's Day.
March 21 - Novruz Bayrami.
May 9 - Victory in WW II Day.
May 28 - Republic Day.
June 15 - National Salvation Day.
June 26 - Army and Navy Day.
October 18 - National Independence Day.
November 12 - Constitution Day.
November 17 - Day of National Revival.
December 31 - Day of Solidarity of Azerbaijanis throughout the World.
The capital of Azerbaijan is a port on the Caspian Sea, in close
proximity to major oil fields.
The city was the seat of the Shirvan khans in the 12th century, then
changed hands between the Persians and the Russians a couple of times.
Old Quarter
The old part of the city is of most interest to travellers.
Stroll through the narrow streets of the large fortress of
Icheri-Shekher, with its mosques and a minaret dating from 1078. The 17th century khan's
palace is now a museum.
Try to visit the northern regions of Kuba, Shaki and Zakataly.
The nature in these places is very beautiful and in Shaki you can
visit the 18th century Shaki Khan's Palace; a World Heritage Monument.
Nakhchivan
The Nakhichevan Autonomous Republic is rich in historical and artistic
architectural monuments.
Sheki
Sheki is one of the oldest towns in Azerbaijan. Being the capital of
the Sheki khanate, Sheki played an important role in the development of the Azerbaijan
culture.
Xinaliq
An ancient and remote Caucasian village high up in the mountains of
Azerbaijan. While the village is largely untouched by tourism, there is a guest house
there for those adventurous few who venture up into the mountains.
Tourism
in Azerbaijan:
The Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Azerbaijan presents some of the historical
monuments you should see on a visit to Azerbaijan.
Azerbaijan is a great place to visit in any season.
The country has nine of the world’s eleven climate zones and offers many
different experiences to tourists.
Visas for Visitors to Azerbaijan - Asan Visa:
Official e-Visa portal for visas to Azerbaijan carried out by the State
Agency for Public Service and Social Innovations under the President of
the Republic of Azerbaijan. The e-Visa is issued within three working
days.
Azerbaijan Embassies Abroad
Embassy of Azerbaijan in
Beijing:
Qijiayuan Diplomatic Compound, Villa No. 4-2, Beijing, 100600, P.R.China.
Embassy of Azerbaijan in Moscow:
Moscow 103009, Leontievsky Per. (Ul. Stanislavskovo) 16.
Embassy of Azerbaijan in Washington, DC:
2741 34th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20008.
Embassies in Azerbaijan
British Embassy in Baku:
45 Khagani Street, Baku.
Embassy of Italy in Baku:
Kichik Gala Street 44, Baku.
Royal Norwegian Embassy in Baku:
6-10 Vagif Mustafa-zade Kucesi, Baku.
Embassy of The United States
of America in Baku:
83 Azadlig Prospect, Baku.
The use of Russian is in decline and the official language of
Azerbaijan is Azeri; a Turkic language of the Uralic-Altaic family.
Azeris are traditionally Muslims and Shiite Islam is experiencing a
revival.
The Georgian, Armenian, and Slavic minorities are more likely to be
Orthodox Christians.
English-Azerbaijani Phrasebook:
This dictionary and phrasebook includes over 4,000 entries, plus an introduction to basic
grammar and helpful phrasebook chapters covering subjects such as etiquette, the office,
government, and food and drink.
World Class
Azeris:
Interviews with Azeris who excel in art, music and science..
Where to Stay in Azerbaijan
Most people visiting Azerbaijan will be looking for
hotels in Baku, the
capital.
Popular Hotels in Baku
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