About Baku
Azerbaijan's capital is rapidly evolving, with old-world European gems, Soviet architectural remnants, and a new modern charm.
Baku is the capital and largest city of Azerbaijan, as well as the largest city on the Caspian Sea and of the Caucasus region.The city is the scientific, cultural and industrial center of Azerbaijan. Many sizeable Azerbaijani institutions have their headquarters there. The Baku International Sea Trade Port is capable of handling two million tons of general and dry bulk cargoes per year. In recent years, Baku has become an important venue for international events.
The city is renowned for its harsh winds, which is reflected in its nickname, the "City of Winds".
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Attractions in Baku
- Historic Center, Baku
- Maiden Tower, Baku
- Palace of the Shirvanshahs, Baku
- Fountains Square, Baku
- Ateshgah of Baku
- Azerbaijan Carpet Museum, Baku
- National Museum of History of Azerbaijan, Baku
- Baku Museum of Miniature Books
- Nizami Museum of Azerbaijani Literature, Baku
- Baku Zoo
- Baku Museum of Modern Art
- National Art Museum of Azerbaijan, Baku
- Bibi-Heybat Mosque, Baku
- Upland Park, Baku
- Taza Pir Mosque, Baku