UNESCO & World Heritage
Timeless places where history and tradition have endured for centuries, preserving the cultural depth of Azerbaijan and its contribution to the world’s shared heritage.
Thor Heyerdahl and Gobustan: Exploring the Ancient Rock Art and Legends of Azerbaijan
Thor Heyerdahl’s name is firmly associated with great journeys, bold hypotheses, and a lifelong commitment to preserving the heritage of ancient civil...
Lahij Azerbaijan — A Journey Into Centuries-Old Crafts and Mountain Heritage 2025
Lahij is one of those places where time seems to slow down on purpose. This ancient mountain village, hidden on the slopes of the Greater Caucasus, we...
Architecture of Baku — A Journey Through Time and Innovation
The architecture of Baku is more than just buildings — it is a chronicle of changing eras, cultures, and ideas, captured in stone and glass. Here, Eas...
Sheki Khan’s Palace — The Jewel of the Caucasus
Nestled in a lush valley at the foot of the Caucasus Mountains lies the ancient town of Sheki — one of Azerbaijan’s most picturesque and historically ...
The Mud Volcanoes of Azerbaijan — Where the Earth Breathes
Azerbaijan is often called the Land of Fire — known for its eternal flames and burning gas seeps. Yet, beyond the fiery hills of Yanar Dag lies anothe...
Yanar Dag — The Eternal Flame of Azerbaijan
On the slopes of a dusty hill near the village of Mammadli, just outside Baku, fire has been burning for as long as anyone can remember. It flickers n...
Azerbaijani Carpets: Symbols That Convey Eternity
Azerbaijani carpets are far more than household items or decorative pieces. They are woven chronicles of history, culture, and emotion — a language of...
Gobustan Azerbaijan: An Exciting Journey Through Time
Imagine a place where every stone holds the memory of millennia, and the wind seems to whisper the stories of ancient tribes. This place exists — the ...
Jazz in Azerbaijan: Its Past, Evolution, and Present
🎷Jazz is more than just music. The journey of jazz in Azerbaijan was not an easy one: it began during a time when such music was considered a manifes...
The Maiden Tower of Baku: Ancient Secrets and a Legend of Love
On the shore of the Caspian Sea, in the very heart of ancient Baku, stands a mysterious and imposing stone tower. Its weathered walls once heard the p...
Azerbaijan Flag: History, Colors, and Meaning of the Tricolor
On February 5, 1991, following the restoration of Azerbaijan’s independence, the national flag of Azerbaijan was officially raised once again. This vi...
Unveiling Azerbaijani Mugham: The Heartbeat of a Nation's Music
Have you ever heard music that speaks directly to your soul—bypassing words, reaching straight into your emotions? Step into the world of Azerbaijani ...