Azerbaijan route: Baku highlights from Icherisheher to Mud

Explore Azerbaijan's 360.9 km route through Baku, featuring the capital's iconic landmarks including Icherisheher's medieval streets, the Stone Maiden Tower, modernist Flame Towers, and natural wonders like Mud Volcanoes and Yanar Dag burning mountain.

Distance
360.9 km
Duration
3 days
Mode
route
Start
Ağcabədi rayonu, Azərbaycan
End
Yanar Dag (Burning Mountain)
Stops
9
Video author
travmap
Updated

Stops on this route

  1. Ağcabədi rayonu, Azərbaycan
  2. Baku – Capital City
  3. Baku White City — New residential area development in Baku reminiscent of Paris architecture.
  4. Ateshgah (Fire Temple of Baku) — Castle-like religious temple formerly used as a Hindu and Zoroastrian place of worship.
  5. Icherisheher (Inner City) — Historic walled inner city of Baku with the Palace of Shirvanshahs dating back to the 15th century.
  6. Stone Maiden Tower — Centuries-old tower that dominates the Baku city skyline.
  7. Flame Towers — Modern residential towers in Baku accessible via Baku metro.
  8. Mud Volcanoes — Natural geological feature in the vicinity of Baku.
  9. Yanar Dag (Burning Mountain) — Natural gas fire phenomenon that has been burning for at least 65 years, discovered in 1950.

Useful for your trip

Transport
Rent a car for exploring Azerbaijan outside Baku; a Hyundai costs around $30/day. Roads are good quality but avoid staying in left lane on freeways or face police stops.
Transport
In Baku, use Bolt app for affordable rides instead of the expensive black/purple/yellow London-style taxis introduced in 2011.
Transport
Single ride on Baku subway or buses costs 18 cents. Subway has 3 lines and 25 stations. Bakufu cable car takes you to Flame Towers.
Save money
Gas prices in Azerbaijan are fixed at all stations; regular gas costs $2.2 per gallon in 2022.
Where to stay
Hotels in Azerbaijan average $30-50 per night.
Tip
Visit Yanar Dag (Burning Mountain), a natural gas fire that has been blazing for at least 65 years, discovered in 1950.
Tip
Gobustan historical reserve, 60km southwest of Baku, contains over 6,000 rock carvings dating 5,000-20,000 BC. Only a small portion is open to public.
Avoid
Don't swim in Baku; people drive to Sumgait's beaches (31km away) for swimming. Sumgait has over 20 beaches and a water park.
Tip
Lake Goygol near Ganja has certain picture-taking restrictions and you cannot hire boats; only a small section is currently accessible to tourists.
Timing
Russian language usage is decreasing among younger generations; English is becoming more common. Most older residents speak Russian due to Soviet era.
Tip
Baku is called the windy city; strong winds can impact driving. Consider this when planning outdoor activities.
Tip
Lankaran is 30km from Iran border in subtropical climate region famous for agriculture (lemons, kiwi fruit, tea plantations). Called 'Sri Lanka of Azerbaijan' due to high precipitation.

Video on this route

Azerbaijan. Cities, Sights and People | Travel Documentary

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