Baku and Shahdag are two prominent destinations in Azerbaijan, offering contrasting experiences. Baku, the capital, is a vibrant city known for its blend of ancient and modern architecture, including the UNESCO-listed Old City (Icherisheher) and the contemporary Heydar Aliyev Center. Shahdag, on the other hand, is a mountain resort in the Greater Caucasus range, renowned for its winter sports and stunning natural scenery.
Here's a more detailed look:
Baku:
Historical Significance:
Baku's Old City is a labyrinth of narrow streets, mosques, and historical buildings like the Maiden Tower and the Palace of the Shirvanshahs.
Modern Marvels:
The Heydar Aliyev Center, with its distinctive curved design, showcases Baku's modern architectural achievements.
Vibrant Atmosphere:
Baku boasts a bustling city life, with attractions like Nizami Street, a popular shopping and entertainment hub, and Fountains Square.
Natural Wonders:
Baku is situated on the Absheron Peninsula, offering coastal views and unique natural phenomena like Yanar Dag (Burning Mountain).
Shahdag:
Mountain Resort:
Shahdag is Azerbaijan's largest winter resort, offering skiing, snowboarding, and other snow activities.
Year-Round Activities:
Beyond winter sports, Shahdag also provides hiking, mountain biking, and other outdoor activities in the warmer months.
Natural Beauty:
The resort is located in the Greater Caucasus mountains, providing breathtaking views and an unspoiled ecological environment.
Adventure and Relaxation:
Shahdag caters to both thrill-seekers with activities like zip-lining and paragliding, and those seeking relaxation with spa facilities and serene mountain landscapes.
Connecting the Two:
Distance: Shahdag is approximately a 3-hour drive from Baku.
Diverse Experiences: A trip to Azerbaijan can easily incorporate both Baku's urban excitement and Shahdag's natural beauty, creating a well-rounded experience
On arrival at Haydar Aliyev International Airport , you will be welcomed by our company representative.
Check-in at the hotel in Baku.
Overnight at the hotel
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
After brakfast , we will proceed for a City Tour of Baku.
Proceed to Old City or Inner City, which is the historical core of Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan. The Old City is the most ancient part of Baku, which is surrounded by walls were well protected. In 2007, the Old City had a population of about 3000 people. In December 2000, the Old City of Baku, including the Palace of the Shirvanshahs and Maiden Tower, became the first location in Azerbaijan to be classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
After Old City guests will experience the happening street of Nizami Street known for shopping. The street's history could be traced back to Baku's town-planning project of 1864. The street runs through the city's downtown from west to east. It begins from Abdulla Shaig Street, in mountainous part of the city and ends at railroad bed on Sabit Orujov Street, near a monument to Shah Ismail Khatai in “Black City”. Total length of the street is 3,538 m.
Fountains Square is a public square in downtown Baku, capital of Azerbaijan. The square was previously called Parapet and is often referenced to by the same name now. The name of the fountains square derives from the presence of dozens of fountains throughout the square first constructed during Soviet rule of Azerbaijan.The square is a public gathering place, especially after business hours and during the weekend.
Visit to the charming example of modern achticture - The Heydar Aliyev Center – a 57,500 m2 building complex in Baku, Azerbaijan designed by Iraqi-British architect Zaha Hadid and noted for its distinctive architecture and flowing, curved style that eschews sharp angles. The center is named after Heydar Aliyev, the first secretary of Soviet Azerbaijan from 1969 to 1982, and president of Azerbaijan Republic from October 1993 to October 2003. (Photoshoot outside) .
Transfer back to Hotel and overnight at Baku
After breakfast, check out of the Baku hotel and transfer to Shahdag.
Check in at Shahdag hotel
This ski resort is the first and biggest ski resort located in the Gusar district near Shahdag National Park. Gusar region is located in the south part of Azerbaijan and bounds with Russia. Gusar region is covered by forests and very rich with its flora and fauna.
In this ski resort, there are a lot of hotels, golf clubs, ski resorts, and cottages..The Shahdag Mountain Resort Complex was open to the public in 2012. It is located in the Azerbaijan's Greater Caucasus range, the site is located near Shahdag National Park.
Stay in Shahdag
Breakfast at the hotel
After breakfast , transfer to Baku and check in at the hotel.
Proceed to Absheron tour
Proceed to Ateshgah tour (Fire Worshippers Temple) Based on Persian and Indian inscriptions, the temple was used as a Hindu and Zoroastrian place of worship. "Atash» is the Persian word for fire. The pentagonal complex , which has a courtyard surrounded by cells for monks and a tetra pillar-altar in the middle, was built during the 17th and 18th centuries.
Trip to "Fire Mountain "-"Yanardag" -a mountain on Absheron peninsula , 25 km from north of Baku.Literally, word "Yanardag" means "Blazing mountain". Blazing bodies of flame dance on stones and floor. Yanar dag is a natural gas fire which blazes continuously on a hillside on the Absheron Peninsula on the Caspian Sea near Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, which itself is known as the "land of fire."
Transfer back to the hotel.
Overnight at Baku.
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