Mysteries of ancient Baku

The old city or, as it is called in Baku, Icheri Sheher is an ancient part of the capital of modern Azerbaijan that has survived to this day. According to the research of scientists, the first settlements of people on the Baku hill appeared in the Bronze Age, and by the 8-10 centuries a city with developed crafts and trade was already formed here.

In 1977, it was declared a historical and cultural reserve, and since 2000 it has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The Old Town currently has about 50 historical and architectural monuments. Many of these ancient structures have not solved their mysteries, despite numerous studies conducted by archaeologists and scientists. During our tour, I will introduce you to the most interesting and beautiful places and attractions of our charming old Baku, these are: Maiden Tower, ensemble of the palace of the Shirvanshahs, caravanserais, baths, mosques, ruins of the first Christian church of St. George. Bartholomew et al. I will tell you various versions about their creation and purpose, not only officially accepted, but also alternative ones. And we will try to solve their unsolved secrets for centuries and millennia.

We will also make colorful photographs of famous and beloved places of the city, captured in the frames of your favorite Soviet films, such as “Diamond Hand”, “Amphibian Man”, “Tehran-43” and others.

Walking through the streets of hospitable Baku, you will surely want to enjoy the taste and aroma of Azerbaijani tea with exotic jam made of quince, walnut, olives or rose petals. Many restaurants of national cuisine located here will beckon you with signs and wonderful smells of cooking dishes, as well as freshly baked local bread.

I hope that with my help you will feel the special energy of our Old Town and want to come back again.

The duration of the excursion is 2-3 hours, if you visit museums, it can increase to 4 hours.

• guide services,
• positive communication,
• sense of humor,
• Positive emotions.