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TLDR Where you stay in Baku shapes the whole trip. Icherisheher (Old City) is atmospheric but expensive. Fountain Square and Nizami Street put you in walking distance of everything. Narimanov and Yasamal are quieter and cheaper. This guide covers the main areas and the tradeoffs each offers. Insider Tip For a 3 to 4 dayContinue reading "Where to Stay in Baku: Area Guide for Visitors"

TLDR Top things to do in Baku: walk the UNESCO Old City (Icherisheher) to the Maiden Tower and Shirvanshahs Palace, ride up to the Flame Towers viewpoint, tour the Zaha Hadid designed Heydar Aliyev Center, stroll the 6 km Baku Boulevard, and day-trip to Gobustan’s petroglyphs. This guide covers the essentials with practical timing. InsiderContinue reading "Things to Do in Baku: A Local’s Guide"

TLDR Baku is one of the safer capitals in the Caucasus. Violent crime is rare, women walk freely at night in the Old City and Fountain Square, and police presence is visible. Main risks are taxi overcharging and rare pickpocketing in crowded metro cars. This practical guide covers scams, neighborhoods, and health essentials. Insider TipContinue reading "Is Baku Safe? A Practical Guide for Travelers"