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How many days are enough for Baku?
three days
Most people who visit Azerbaijan spend at least three days here. Apart from enjoying the architecture, visit Baku Boulevard along the Caspian Sea and ride the funicular for views of Baku Bay. The capital deserves at least a full day, ideally two or three.
Is it worth going to Baku?
However, visiting Baku is totally worth it and not only due to its eccentric composition but also because it is a real blend of Europe, the East, and the Soviet Union, so, so chaotic, that it’s practically impossible to define it, and that’s the most exciting thing about it.
What is the best month to visit Baku?
The best time to visit Baku is early September to November. The weather is like that of a happy spring season around here during this time.
Can I wear shorts in Baku?
In Baku local and foreign women usually dress in western-style clothing. It is now more acceptable for men in Baku to wear shorts in the summer months but outside of Baku it can be frowned upon and attract unwelcome attention. Public displays of affection are frowned upon, especially outside of Baku.
Is Baku a safe city to visit?
Crime levels in Baku are generally low, but muggings do occur from time to time after dark in the centre of town around the western bars and clubs and near dimly lit entrances of private apartments. Take sensible precautions: be vigilant, avoid carrying large sums of money and don’t walk alone at night.
Can you fly direct to Baku from UK?
The national airline Azerbaijan Airlines operates a direct flight from London to Baku on a weekly basis. The airline operates out of London Heathrow.
What is the official language of Azerbaijan?
The official language is Azerbaijani, which belongs to the Turkic family of languages. The vast majority of residents speak Russian as a second language with some viewing it as the language of culture, in the same way that fluency in French represents a certain air of elegance in Europe. Younger Azerbaijanis are beginning to learn English.
Are there any restrictions on travel to Azerbaijan from the US?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 4 Travel Health Notice for Azerbaijan due to COVID-19, indicating a very high level of COVID-19 in the country. There are restrictions in place affecting U.S. citizen entry into Azerbaijan.
What is it like to live in Azerbaijan?
Outside of the capital, Baku, locals still live a rural lifestyle. Many grow fruit and vegetables in plots and often live in modest houses. The communities in the Caucasus Mountains have rich traditions dating back thousands of years.
What is the Azeri language?
Azerbaijani, or Azeri, is part of the Oghuz branch of Turkic languages along with Turkish and Turkmen. Statistics suggest Azeri and Turkish speakers can understand each other more than 80\% of the time. Azeri has influences from both Russia and Arabic too.