Off to Azerbaijan!
Between the Caspian Sea and the Caucasus Mountains, travelers will find a fascinating world rich in natural wonders and cultural highlights - just waiting to be explored.
Fancy an exciting trip to a country with breathtaking landscapes and a rich culture? Located at the end of the Silk Road, Azerbaijan is a destination that inspires and captivates visitors from all over the world. Whether you want to enjoy hiking adventures through lush nature, excellent spas in world-class resorts or award-winning wines and delicious traditional cuisine, Azerbaijan offers a tailor-made vacation for every travel enthusiast.
Cosmopolitan flair.
The cosmopolitan capital of Baku offers historic buildings, art galleries, shopping centers and authentic restaurants and bars. The medieval old town with the Maiden Tower and the Shirvanshah Palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and meets exciting contemporary architecture, such as the Flame Towers and the futuristic Heydar Aliyev Center. Just outside Baku, the Gobustan State Historical and Cultural Reserve is home to an amazing collection of over 7,000 ancient petroglyphs. And just a short drive away, you can discover Azerbaijan's famous mud volcanoes, an eerie-looking, moon-like landscape.
Play golf with a view.
Golf is not the first thing that travelers associate with Azerbaijan, but the Dreamland Golf Club in Baku is an 18-hole course that has plenty of challenges in store for golf lovers. It is scenic and suitable for golfers of all levels. If you have more time, you should head north to the golf course of the National Golf Club of Guba. The idyllic Caucasian landscape makes the game an unforgettable experience.
Nomadic route.
The hiking route to the village of Khinalig, which is located on a mountain peak at 2,200 meters above sea level in the Greater Caucasus, provides a real nomadic experience. It is one of the highest villages in Azerbaijan. The local community has always practiced a nomadic way of life, moving cattle seasonally between the Yaylaq and Qishlaq areas. On the Köç Yolu trail, which connects the two areas, you can witness this timeless tradition.
Winter tourism in the mountains.
The impressive Caucasus Mountains are an Eldorado for sports enthusiasts and the best slopes for skiing fans are in Shahdag and Tufandag. The ski resorts offer first-class hotels, spas, restaurants and various exciting sports and leisure activities. Here, everyone from beginners to wedel kings can enjoy the superbly groomed slopes, while non-skiers can choose from a range of activities such as off-road tours, paragliding, cycling and cable car rides with views of the majestic mountains.
Emerging wine region.
Azerbaijan can look back on a long tradition of viticulture and is an exciting destination for wine connoisseurs. Thanks to the prevailing climate, a wide variety of grape varieties are cultivated. Grapes such as Madrasa, Bayan Shira and Shirvanshahi are highly prized for their unique taste and aroma and the wines made from them have won several awards. Visitors are welcome to taste samples at local wineries. They can also sample local delicacies and enjoy the picturesque view of the vineyards. With this potential, the Azerbaijani wine industry is well on its way to becoming a major player in the sector.
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