Travel surged among Indian tourists in 2024, with many exploring lesser-known destinations. According to a report by Booking.com, Shahdag in Azerbaijan became the top searched international destination based on accommodation searches from January to November 2024.
If you’re planning a trip to Azerbaijan, here are five must-do activities:
- Explore the Old City (Icherisheher) in Baku
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site, Icherisheher, for a glimpse into Azerbaijan’s ancient past, featuring the Maiden Tower, historic mosques, and the Palace of the Shirvanshahs.
- Visit the Gobustan Rock Art Cultural Landscape
Discover over 5,000-year-old petroglyphs and mud volcanoes in Gobustan National Park, a UNESCO site located just outside Baku.
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- Relax at the Caspian Sea
Enjoy the beaches and resorts along the Caspian Sea, the world’s largest inland body of water, for a relaxing getaway near Baku.
- Visit Khinalug Village in the Caucasus Mountains
Explore the remote village of Khinalug, one of the highest in the Caucasus, offering stunning landscapes and a unique cultural experience.
- Tour the Flame Towers and Heydar Aliyev Center
Admire Baku’s iconic Flame Towers, which light up at night, and visit the Heydar Aliyev Center, known for its futuristic architecture by Zaha Hadid.