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Famous Landmarks in Azerbaijan

Gobustan rock art in Azerbaijan
Rock paintings of Gobustan. Wikimedia Commons. View image source

Azerbaijan’s landmarks range from medieval architecture and prehistoric rock art to modern buildings. UNESCO currently lists five World Heritage properties in the country.

Walled City of Baku

The historic core of Baku includes the Shirvanshah’s Palace and Maiden Tower and is one of Azerbaijan’s best-known heritage areas.

Gobustan Rock Art Cultural Landscape

Gobustan preserves extensive prehistoric rock art and archaeological evidence in a distinctive landscape.

Historic Centre of Sheki

Sheki’s historic centre and Khan’s Palace are recognized by UNESCO for their architectural and historical significance.

Khinalig Cultural Landscape

The Cultural Landscape of Khinalig People and the Köç Yolu Transhumance Route reflects the relationship between a mountain community, its settlement and seasonal movement routes.

Hyrcanian Forests

The transnational Hyrcanian Forests property includes protected forest ecosystems in Azerbaijan and Iran.

Modern Baku

The Flame Towers and Heydar Aliyev Centre have become recognizable symbols of contemporary Baku, even though they are not UNESCO World Heritage properties.

For a city-focused itinerary, read our Baku Travel Guide.

Official source: UNESCO World Heritage Centre

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