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BAKU AZERBAIJAN The Paris Of The East

Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, is a fascinating mix of ancient history and ultra-modern ambition. Known as the City of Winds It sits on the western shore of the Caspian Sea and holds the unique title of being the lowest-lying national capital in the world, at 28 meters below sea level. Being too beautiful,it is called The Paris Of The East. ​Baku is famous for its architectural contrast: ​The Old City Theatre A UNESCO World Heritage site, this medieval maze features the 12th-century Maiden Tower and the 15th-century Palace of  Shirvanshahs. ​The Modern Skyline: Dominating the horizon are the Flame Towers, three LED-covered skyscrapers that light up like fire at night—a nod to Azerbaijan's nickname, the "Land of Fire." ​Heydar Aliyev Center: Designed by Zaha Hadid, this flowing, wave-like building is considered one of the most stunning examples of contemporary architecture in the world. ​A Legacy of Oil and Wealth: ​Baku was the site of the world's first paraffin factory and the first offshore oil platform (Neft Daşları, a "city on stilts" in the Caspian Sea). In the early 20th century, it produced over half of the world's oil, drawing investors like the Nobel brothers and the Rothschilds, whose wealth built the ornate European-style mansions that give the city center its "Parisian" feel.  Key Cultural Highlights ​The Carpet Museum: Housed in a building shaped like a giant rolled-up carpet, it celebrates Azerbaijan's long history of weaving. ​Baku Boulevard: A massive seaside promenade stretching for miles along the Caspian, perfect for evening walks.