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Azerbaijan Travel Guide

INTRODUCTION

Located on the western coast of the Caspian Sea near Asia, Azerbaijan was first inhabited in the Stone Age. Thousands of years later Azerbaijan is a tourist friendly country. It contains numerous museums, theatres, night clubs, monuments, and restaurants.

HISTORY

The people of Azerbaijan have a rich history extending far back into ancient times and civilizations.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Capital: Baku

Climate: Azerbaijan has a very dry climate.

Currency: Manat

Health: If you need to see a doctor, go to the hospitals that practice Western medicine only, particularly if you have an extended stay planned. Check with them about vaccinations that may be required and to see if your current health insurance is valid.

Languages: Azerbaijani, Russian, and Armenian.

Public Restrooms: Restaurant and hotel toilets are the cleanest; you will probably need to carry Kleenex with you when using public restrooms.

Telephones: Tokens can be purchased from the Telephone Exhange or you can ask merchants to use their phone (local calls only).

Time Zone: UTC+4

Water: Don't drink the tap water unless it has been boiled first. In restaurants, ask for bottled water, and make sure that any ice in the drinks has been made from bottled water. Many varieties of bottled water are available.

ATTRACTIONS

Sport and Survival: In Azerbaijan try mountain climbing, skiing, cycling, and many other survival type trips which cross the desert or mountains.

Sailing and Fishing: Sailing in the Baku Bay and in and around the Absheron Archipelago is a wonderful way to spend a beautiful day. Sailing tours are available and include fishing and fish barbecuing on the Caspian shore.

Diving: Diving can be done on the Caspian Sea not far from Baku, to a depth of between 10 and 15 meters. Divers receive the necessary equipment and training before the dive.

LODGING

Hotel Absheron: A beautiful beach front hotel located in the heart of Baku; it's only a short walk to local restaurants and cafes.

Hotel Park Hyatt: This is a luxury 5 star hotel located in the city centre. It offers all the usual amenities and is only a short walk to the major shopping districts.

Hotel Crescent Beach: A lovley beach front 4 star hotel only a 15 min walk from the city center. This hotel is in a great location for visiting the sights and offers an inhouse bar and restaurant.