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Alpacas in Azerbaijan: Meet the Herd Near Baku
Azerbaijan's Caucasus countryside hides an unexpected herd of alpacas near Shamakhi — the story behind the farm and how to visit.
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The Baku Ship Graveyard: Bibi-Heybat's Rusting Fleet
The Baku ship graveyard at Bibi-Heybat: decommissioned Azerbaijani vessels left rusting at the site of the world's first mechanically drilled oil…
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Baku Hop-On Hop-Off Bus: Route, Stops, Prices & Tips (2026)
Everything you need to ride Baku's hop-on hop-off bus: the 15-stop route, ticket prices, operating hours and tips for a smooth first day in the city.
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The Best Beaches in Baku: A Guide to the Absheron Coast
Where to swim near Baku — a guide to the best Absheron Peninsula beaches, from Mardakan and Bilgah to Shikhov, plus the season and how to get there.
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Pirallahi Island (Artyom): A Guide to Baku's Caspian Oil Island
Pirallahi Island is the Caspian island east of Baku once called Artyom. How to get there, what to see, and how to add it to your Baku trip.
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Azerbaijan Tours from Dubai: Packages, Flights & What to See
Azerbaijan tours from Dubai — flights, visas, the best multi-day packages and what to see, just three hours from the UAE in the Land of Fire.
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Azerbaijan Travel Guide: Visa, Safety, Costs & Best Time to Visit
A complete Azerbaijan travel guide — visas, safety, costs, the best time to visit, top places and how long to stay in the Land of Fire.
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Horse Riding in Baku: Where to Ride near the City
Where to go horse riding near Baku — beginner-friendly countryside trails, what to bring, and the guided horseback tour with hotel pickup.
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Things to Do in Baku: Top Sights, Tours & Experiences
From the walled old city and Flame Towers to night tours and Land-of-Fire day trips — the best things to do in Baku and the tours to match.
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Day Trips from Baku: The Complete Guide to Azerbaijan's Best Excursions
The best one-day excursions from the Azerbaijani capital — mountains, fire temples, ancient petroglyphs and mud volcanoes, all within a few hours of…
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Hirkan National Park & Khanbulan Lake
Visit Hirkan National Park and the mirror-still Khanbulan Lake on a day trip from Lankaran. Tips on access, best time to visit and what to bring.
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Maiden Tower — Baku Old City Landmark
Visit the Maiden Tower in Baku Old City: an iconic fortress with hidden chambers, sweeping sea vistas, and rich Azerbaijani history.
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