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Baku

City of winds and lights

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The capital on the Caspian shore, where the ancient Old City meets the modern Flame Towers. Baku is the centre of Azerbaijan’s gastronomy, culture and nightlife.

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Top 5 Baku · Hotels

The 5 best hotels in Baku

From seafront palaces overlooking the Caspian to boutique addresses inside the Old City walls — five hotels that best express Baku’s hospit…

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Top 5 Baku · Restaurants

The 5 best restaurants in Baku

From grandmother-recipe dolma to national cuisine with modern plating — the five strongest addresses of the Baku table. We have eaten at ev…

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Top 5 Baku · Cafes

The 5 best cafes in Baku

From breakfast to evening tea — five cafes where Baku’s everyday table culture lives. Addresses for fresh baking, sweets and long conversat…

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Top 5 Baku · Coffee shops

The 5 best coffee shops in Baku

Baku’s third-wave coffee scene has matured fast in recent years. Five addresses that stand out for in-house roasting, precise extraction an…

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Top 5 Baku · Museums

The 5 must-see museums in Baku

From Zaha Hadid’s white waves to medieval fortress walls — five spaces that tell Baku’s past and present. Each opens its own window onto th…

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Top 5 Baku · Bars

The 5 best bars in Baku

From hidden doors to rooftop terraces — the five strongest addresses of the Baku night. Cocktail lists, atmosphere and music were our measu…

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Top 5 Baku · Pubs

The 5 best pubs in Baku

Live music, cold beer and that “my local” feeling — five addresses that carry Baku’s pub culture, from football evenings to Friday nights.

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Top 5 Baku · Attractions

The 5 must-see attractions in Baku

From medieval fortress walls to burning earth — five places that make Baku Baku. The perfect first-visit route.

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