Modern Baku Modern Baku private

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ID: GYG698667-O-1148895
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Country: Azerbaijan

Duration: 04:00 hours


Description

In this tour, you will have a chance to get to know modern parts of Baku and learn how the city and country have developed in the past few years to become “Dubai of Caucasus”.
Tour covers Seaside Boulevard, Mugham Center, Carpet Museum, “Venice of Baku”, Flag Square, Crystal Hall, Flame Towers, Heydar Aliyev Center and Fountain Square. The tour includes entrance fees to the museums and transportation to the Heydar Aliyev Center by private car/minivan. First, we will utilize private car/minivan to reach to our first stop: Heydar Aliyev Center, dedicated to former president of Azerbaijan and created by American-Iraqi architect Zaha Hadid who was famous for her strangely-shaped, interesting buildings in all over the world. Trump Tower which is also located nearby, has become a forsaken building after the president of the US ended his licensing contracts in Azerbaijan. Our second stop, the Fountain Square, was one of the first ever parks created in Azerbaijan and was full of mansions of oil magnates. It's located in the central street of Baku and was called "Torgovaya", translated as the trading street. Until 90s this street was full of merchants trading souvenirs, vintage accessories and clothings. Little Venice, restored into a new grand look, will be our third stop. It's not a long stop, but a view of the small oasis in Baku Boulevard. Our stop at the Carpet Museum will be a juxtaposition of ancient art and the modern. You will discover the beauty of carpets like a newborn discovering the art of walking. A true gem that won't be missed in our Modern Baku Tour. Our short stop at Mugham Center will give you a chance to see how and why this traditional folk music is always under the radar of everyday life. According to the main construction plan of the city, Baku was built as an amphitheater. At the top of this “amphitheater” locates the highest and the most illuminated building of Azerbaijan – Flame Towers – symbol of modern Baku. We'll utilize newly renovated funicular to reach the Flame Tower and truly appreciate serene view of the city. The waiting time for funicular is between 5 to 20 minutes. The ride is 3 minutes approximately. We'll return to Baku Boulevard to end the tour. Here you will get some tips from our guide what else you can do and see in Baku.

Highlights

  • Discover modern parts of Baku
  • Enterence of Heydar Aliyev Center and Carpet Museum
  • Quickly look for Mugham Center and Fountains Square.
  • Enjoy amazing views of Baku Boulevard, Little Venice and Flame Towers
  • Perfect introduction for first-time visitors

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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.