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Azerbaijani Republic, in the Caucasus with an east coast on the Caspian Sea.

Provinces in Azerbaijan : Abseron, Agcabadi, Agdam, Agdas, Agstafa, Agsu, Astara, Balakan, Barda, Beylaqan, Bilasuvar, Cabrayil, Calilabad, Daskasan, Davaci, Fuzuli, Gadabay, Goranboy, Goycay, Haciqabul, Imisli, Ismayilli, Kalbacar, Kurdamir, Lacin, Lankaran, Lerik, Masalli, Neftcala, Oguz, Qabala, Qax, Qazax, Qobustan, Quba, Qubadli, Qusar, Saatli, Sabirabad, Saki, Salyan, Samaxi, Samkir, Samux, Siyazan, Susa, Tartar, Tovuz, Ucar, Xacmaz, Xanlar, Xizi, Xocali, Xocavand, Yardimli, Yevlax, Zangilan, Zaqatala and Zardab.

Cities in Azerbaijan : AliBayramli, Ganca, Lankaran, Mingacevir, Naftalan, Saki, Sumqayit, Susa, Xankandi, Yevlax

Autonomous republic : Naxcivan Muxtar Respublikasi

Azerbaijan, sometimes considered as a part of Europe, borders Russia in the north, Georgia, Armenia, in the west and Iran in the south.

The Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic (an exclave) borders on Armenia, Iran, and Turkey.

Capital City Azerbaijan: Baku / Baki


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Car Rental Azerbaijan

 Europcar - Baku [ Chauffeur only ]

Hostels / Guesthouses

 Radisson SAS Plaza Hote, 340 Nizami Street, Baku [ 5 Star all suite hotel in modern business area overlooking the Caspian Sea and Old Baku ].
 Allrussianhotels.com
Gateway to over 100 bookable hotels in Russia, Ukraine, Baltic States and countries of the former Soviet Union and CIS.

National Parks

The flora and fauna of Azerbaijan are rich and varied. There are 16 nature reserves and more than 28 forest reserves and haunting farms

Tour Operators / Travel Agents



Inbound

 Improtex Travel Online
Baku, Baku-Sheki-Baku, Baku-Zacatala, Baku-Lenkoran-Baku, Mountain of Beshbarmag, Guba-Canyon of Tenghy, Baku-Shamakhi-Lahij, Baku-Shamakhi-Pirculi, Baku-Khachmaz-Yalama, Nabran week-end, Sheky week-end, "Caviar" tour, Guba carpet tour, Mari carpet tour, Tehran-Tabriz, Mountains skiing, Hotels list,
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Travel Guides Azerbaijan / Related books

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Azerbaijan: With Excursions to Georgia - Mark Elliott
Illustrated throughout with colour photographs and maps, this guide to Azerbaijan, with a section on neighbouring Georgia, includes a full historical background, cultural tips, visas, where to stay and where to eat, plus comprehensive information for motorists.
Paperback: 368 pages; Publisher: Trailblazer Publications; 3.00 edition (October 1, 2004); Language: English; ISBN-10: 1873756798; ISBN-13: 978-1873756799 
Georgia, Armenia & Azerbaijan - Lonely Planet Travel Guide 
By Tom Masters, Richard Plunkett
Hike in the stunning Caucasus Mountains, bathe in the Black Sea, explore lush, church-studded hills, laze on the shores of Lake Sevan and enjoy generous local hospitality. Connect with the diverse cultures and wide-ranging landscapes of the South Caucasus in this, the only guide to cover the region.
Paperback: 296 pages; Publisher: Lonely Planet Publications; 2 edition (July 2004); Language: English; ISBN-10: 1740591380; ISBN-13: 978-1740591386
 Historical Dictionary of Azerbaijan by Tadeusz Swietochowski 
Hardcover | 160 Pages | Scarecrow Press
 In the Shadow of Aliyev: Travels in Azerbaijan - Jason Thomson
Paperback 224 pages (April 1, 2005); Publisher: D H Books; Language: English; ISBN: 1898948739

Transport / How do I travel to Azerbaijan

 Baku Airport

 Airline Tickets / Bargain Flights

 Map of Azerbaijan [ Uni Texas - Perry-Castaeda Bibliothek -Map Collection ]
 Map of Baku and surroundings


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 Travel Insurance 

 Tourist Board - Ministry of Tourism Azerbaijan

 Government - hPresident of the Republic of Azerbaijan 

 Baku / Baki - Capital City of Azerbaijan
Located on the southern shore of the Apsheron Peninsula. Its history dates back to 1st millennium BC.
Baku is the place of an important fire temple of the Persian religion of Zoroastrianism which was prevalent in the whole region in the older times. For most of its history Baku was an integrated part of Persia.
The basis of Baku's economy is petroleum. The existence of petroleum has been known since the 8th century . By the 15th century oil for lamps was obtained from surface wells. Commercial exploitation began in 1872,
 Baku - Walled City of Baku
The walled city of Baku became in December 2000 the first location in Azerbaijan classified as World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

 Baku / Baki - Capital City Azerbaijan - see Baku Pages

 AliBayramli
 Ganca
 Lankaran
 Mingacevir
 Nabran - situated on Caspian seacoast in northern part of Azerbaijan.
It is famous for their beautiful landscape including forests, beaches and thermal waters (some of them contain sulphuric hydrogen)
 Naftalan
 Saki
 Sumqayit
 Susa
 Xankandi
 Yevlax

 Absheron peninsula
 Caravanserai - Inns in Baku [ Caravanserai complex ]
The Bukhara Caravanserai with its medieval courtyard served as a medieval inn and tavern in the 15th century while the Multani Caravanserai (left) dates to the 14th century. Both inns were presumably built and used by merchants traveling by camel caravan from Bukhara (present-day Uzbekistan) and Multan (India). Both have since been converted into restaurants which serve traditional Azerbaijani cuisine.
 Fountain Square
 Hajinski Residence
In front of the Maiden's Tower towards the sea is the palatial residence of Issa-bey Hajinski (1862-1918) who was a famous oil baron, nobleman and public figure during the Oil Boom. The building was constructed in approximately 1912. In November 1944, Charles de Gaulle stayed there as guest while traveling through Baku on his way between Paris and Moscow.
 Ichery Shahar - Fortress Walls - see Icheri Sheher - The Heart of Baku
From Nizami Square, walk left through the double arches of the Fortress Wall. The original wall formed a rampart, and was constructed by King Manoucher II (1120-1159). Since then, it has been reconstructed. The wall encircles the most ancient part of Baku called "Ichari Shahar" (Inner City), and preserves the image of a medieval Oriental citadel.
 Palace of the President
 Royal Palace of Sheky Khans
Built in 1762 without a single nail and is one of the marvelous monuments of its epoch.
 Shirvanshahs' Palace [ Absheron peninsula ]
 Yanardag Flaming Mountain, burning with an eternal flame fed by the underground naphtha and gas.
 Zoroastrian Temple of Fire Ateshgyah
Fire worshippers temple, which for centuries has been a center of worship.

 University - Nakhchivan State University
 University - American University

 Aktsiya (Bakoe) ru
 Ayna az
 Baku Today (Bakoe) en
 Bizim Esr (Bakoe) az
 Virtual Monitor (Bakoe) az ru
 Xeber.net (Bakoe) az
 Yeni Msavat az

 Azer Taj - official information agency
 Magazine - Azer.com - International magazine
 Magazine - Weekday Magazine - Azerbaijan

Cuisine - Azerbaijan Foods / Recipes

 The Cuisine of the Caucasus Mountains: Recipes, Drinks and Lore from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia and Russia - by Kay Shaw Nelson
Synopsis : People of the Caucasus are noted for a creative and masterful cuisine that cooks evolved over the years by using fragrant herbs and spices, and tart flavours such as lemons and sour plums. With healthy yet delectable ingredients like pomegranates, saffron, rose water, honey, olive oil, yoghurt, onions, garlic, fresh and dried fruits, and a variety of nuts, these 184 authentic recipes provide many delicious options. The literary excerpts, legends, and lore sprinkled throughout the book will also enchant every reader.
Paperback 272 pages (May 2002); Publisher: Hippocrene Books, Inc
 National Cookery
Roast Iamb, kidneys, heart, liver, guts and chicken separately but serve mixed. Dress with coiled onions and herbs.

History of Azerbaijan

Independence: 30 August 1991 (from Soviet Union)

 Timeline Azerbaijan - BBC - Tijdlijn Azerbeidjaan
In 1828 Turkmanchay treaty between Russia and Persia divides Azerbaijan into two. The territory of what is now the Azerbaijani Republic becomes part of the Russian empire while southern Azerbaijan is part of Persia
In 1988 The Nagorno-Karabakh region seeks to become part of Armenia. Ethnic Azerbaijanis begin to leave Karabakh and Armenia and ethnic Armenians leave Azerbaijan. Go to the timeline for more information.

 Nagorno Karabakh - Wikipedia
A part of Azerbaijan controlled by Armenian military as a de facto independent republic (Nagorno-Karabakh Republic - NKR). The NKR's sovereign status is not recognized by any country in the world.
 NKR
 NKR USA - NKR Office in Washington, DC

Music, Art & Culture, Events & Entertainment

Musically Azerbaijan is closely linked to Persian culture.

Most Azerbaijanis are Shia Muslim.

 Azer Music - Music Box of Azerbaijan
 Music of Azerbaijan - Wikipedia
 Nizami Museum of Literature
This museum features historical samples of written literature.
 Cultural and arts of the Azerbeidjan Republic
Museum, theater, bibliotheek, monumenten, architectuur, muziek, media enz.
 Hajibeyov.com - famous composer

Web Portals / Search Engines / Directory

 Fariz Ismailzade - personal homepage
Links to other Azerbaijan related Web Sites.

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 Azerbaijan International Storel

 Yahoo Azerbaijan Directories


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