The Mysterious Maiden Tower The Maiden Tower, located in Old City, is one of Azerbaijan’s first UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and a tower shrouded in mystery. First, the date of when the tower was built is debated. Some historians believe it was built in the 14th century, other historians believe as far back as…
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Baku, Azerbaijan – Sights of the Old City
Old City Old City is the most ancient part of Baku, surrounded by walls, with two locations, Maiden Tower and Palace of Shirvanshahs – becoming the first World Heritage Sites by UNESCO in Azerbaijan. Main Entrance – Old City Making our way to the entrance from the Filarmoniya Park side of the city. Hammams Inside…