Description
Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, is a fascinating blend of Soviet-Muslim and modernist architecture. Located on the Caspian Sea, it boasts an impressive skyline of futuristic skyscrapers mixed with historic buildings. Visitors can explore the Old City, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and witness the Maiden Tower and Shirvanshahs' Palace. Baku is also home to the Flame Towers, a trio of skyscrapers that represent fire and are a symbol of the city's oil heritage.