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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › BakuBaku - Wikipedia

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   Baku is the primate city of Azerbaijan—it is the sole metropolis in the country, and about 25% of all inhabitants of the country live in Baku's metropolitan area. Baku is divided into twelve administrative raions and 48 townships.

2. www.britannica.com › place › BakuBaku | Location, History, Economy, Map, & Facts | Britannica

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   May 30, 2024 · Baku, city, capital of Azerbaijan. It lies on the western shore of the Caspian Sea on the southern side of the Abseron Peninsula, around the wide curving sweep of the Bay of Baku. The city derives its importance from its oil industry and its administrative functions.

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4. www.lonelyplanet.com › azerbaijan › baku-bakiBaku travel - Lonely Planet | Azerbaijan, Europe

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   Discover Baku, the architectural love child of Paris and Dubai, with its Unesco-listed Old City, modern skyscrapers and Caspian-front promenade. Explore attractions, articles, activities and guidebooks for your Baku trip.

5. wander-lush.org › best-things-to-do-in-baku-azerbaijan15 Exciting Things to Do in Baku, Azerbaijan (2024)

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   2 days ago · Discover the best attractions in Baku, the world's lowest capital and a city of contrasts. Explore the historic Old City, the oil heritage, the modern skyscrapers, and more in this comprehensive city guide.

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   What is the capital of Azerbaijan?

   • The capital of Azerbaijan is a mix of the ultra-modern and the very-old, where the country's Turkish, Russian, Persian and European identities collide on every street. Here's how to explore the biggest city in the Caucasus, with experiences that will give you a feel for Baku’s awesome oddness. The modern parts of Baku were built with oil money.

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   When did Baku become the capital of Azerbaijan?

   • In 1723 Peter I (the Great) captured Baku, but it was returned to Persia in 1735; Russia captured it finally in 1806. In 1920 Baku became capital of the Azerbaijan republic. The old town of Baku, Azerbaijan, with skyscrapers in the distance. The core of present-day Baku is the old town, or fortress, of Icheri-Shekher.

   Baku | Location, History, Economy, Map, & Facts | Britannica

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   Where is Baku located?

   • Baku ( US: / bɑːˈkuː, ˈbɑːkuː /, UK: / bæˈkuː, ˈbækuː /; Azerbaijani: Bakı [bɑˈcɯ] ⓘ) is the capital and largest city of Azerbaijan, as well as the largest city on the Caspian Sea and in the Caucasus region.

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   What is the old city of Baku?

   • The Old City of Baku, also known as the Walled City of Baku, refers to the ancient Baku settlement. Most of the walls and towers, strengthened after the Russian conquest in 1806, survived.

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   Is Baku a Zoroastrian city?

   • Baku is the seat of the Catholic Apostolic Prefecture of Azerbaijan . Zoroastrianism, although extinct in the city as well as in the rest of the country by the present time, had a long history in Azerbaijan and the Zoroastrian New Year (Nowruz) continues to be the main holiday in the city as well as in the rest of Azerbaijan.

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   Is Baku below sea level?

   • Baku is 28 metres (92 ft) below sea level, which makes it the lowest lying national capital in the world and also the largest city in the world below sea level. Baku lies on the southern shore of the Absheron Peninsula, on the Bay of Baku. Baku's urban population was estimated at two million people as of 2009.

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7. www.tripadvisor.com › Attractions-g293934THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Baku - Tripadvisor

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   Things to Do in Baku, Azerbaijan: See Tripadvisor's 123,118 traveler reviews and photos of Baku tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in July. We have reviews of the best places to see in Baku. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.

8. www.lonelyplanet.com › articles › best-things-to-doBest things to do in Baku - Lonely Planet

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   Mar 25, 2020 · The best things to do in the beautiful Baku. The capital of Azerbaijan is a mix of the ultra-modern and the very-old, where the country's Turkish, Russian, Persian and European identities collide on every street. Here's how to explore the biggest city in the Caucasus, with experiences that will give you a feel for Baku’s awesome oddness.

9. azerbaijan.travel › trip-to-bakuDiscover Baku | Azerbaijan.Travel

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   Explore Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, a city of contrasts between modern and medieval, East and West. Find out what to do, where to stay, and how to book your trip to Baku on the official tourism site.