🍽️“Dolma” is close to the Azerbaijani verb “doldurmaq” (“to stuff”), but what exactly is stuffed and with what varies. This is the succulent Movsum dolmasi ("Seasonal dolma"), in which aubergines, sweet peppers and tomatoes are stuffed with minced meat.
Hungry❓
🌍✈️ Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of the South Caucasus!
🇦🇿 Join us as we unravel the hidden gems and soak in the vibrant culture of Azerbaijan, where ancient traditions seamlessly meet modern wonders. 🏰🌆
#experienceazerbaijan
#takeanotherlook
Indulge in the rich flavours of Azerbaijan with Gurze, the traditional national dish! 🇦🇿
✨Bursting with a savoury blend of meat, herbs, and spices, these delicious dumplings promise a taste sensation in every bite. Immerse yourself in Azerbaijan's culinary heritage and savour
Discover literary treasures at the heart of Baku! 📚
✨ The Baku Book Centre is a haven for book lovers, blending modern design with an inviting atmosphere. Dive into a diverse collection spanning genres and languages.
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#takeanotherlook
#azerbaijantravel
❄️✨ Experience the winter enchantment of Azerbaijan!
🇦🇿 From thrilling snow adventures to cozy cultural experiences, there's something for everyone in this magical wonderland. 🏔️🛷 Embrace the charm of
#WinterInAzerbaijan
! ❄️🌨️
#experienceazerbaijan
#takeanotherlook
Today, Azerbaijan celebrates its Independence Day.🇦🇿
We wish for our independence to last forever and for every corner of our country to bring joy and delightful experiences to guests who plan to visit Azerbaijan.
#takeanotherlook
#experienceazerbaijan
#Baku
- city of religious tolerance and cherished traditions.🕌
Immerse yourself in
#Azerbaijan
's rich Islamic heritage at the stunning Heydar Mosque in Baku, where traditional architecture meets cutting edge lighting to create a unique atmosphere of peace and unity.
✨Dive into the enchanting world of Baku nights, where modern marvels harmonize with ancient allure.
The city's skyline, aglow with the Flame Towers, creates a captivating masterpiece against the night sky.
#experienceazerbaijan
#takeanotherlook
#azerbaijantravel
Hidden between dramatic mountains, the village of Hil in the Gusar region is a great place to let your hair down and get inspired. Having learnt about the colourful local customs and tasting traditional Lezgi delicacies in a village house, you’ll feel more like a native resident!
Ancient Eastern beliefs speak of humans being created from the four elements, all reflected in
#Novruz
. Plunge into festive city streets, where bonfires burn, exchange presents and visit festivals, fairs and concerts.🌷
Have a Happy Novruz!
#takeanotherlook
#experienceazerbaijan
🌍✈️ Ready to embark on an exotic adventure in the heart of Azerbaijan?
👉Discover vibrant culture, breathtaking landscapes, and warm hospitality. From the Caspian Sea to Baku's stunning architecture, your journey promises unforgettable moments.
#experienceazerbaijan
Did you know that Azerbaijan is one of the world’s top 5 hazelnut producers? We use them widely in our national cuisine. At Novruz we put them in pastries like pakhlava and shekerbura. The rare ata-baba variety is protected under the Slow Food project.
#ExperienceAzerbaijanLater
Wishing a wonderful
#Novruz
to everyone! The beloved spring🌸holiday is here at last - may it bring you peace and happiness, abundance, good vibes… and new travel experiences☺️!
#ExperienceAzerbaijan
The mesmerizing beauty of Kalbajar! 🌿🏞️
With its lush forests, serene lakes, and majestic mountains, this region is a nature lover's dream. 💚
The famous mineral spring Istisu is its healing gem. 💧✨
The biodiversity of this region adds a unique charm to this fascinating
Need to refuel after a day in the mountains of North
#Azerbaijan
?🥧
'Tskan’ is just the dish - a hearty succulent pie filled with a fragrant fusion of meat, potato and onion, traditionally from around
#Gusar
.
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#takeanotherlook
#Shusha
has long been the cultural capital of
#Azerbaijan
, cradle of mugham and birthplace of the most talented singers, poets and writers, including Molla Panah Vagif.
One view from Jidir Plain to Dashalty Gorge will melt your heart!
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#takeanotherlook
📍 The Yukhari Govhar agha Mosque is one of the architectural symbols of Shusha - Azerbaijan’s cultural capital and a gem of the Karabakh region. 🕌 It was recent began functioning again after Shusha’s liberation.
#ExperienceAzerbaijan
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Did you watch the
#AzerbaijanGrandPrix
? Remember seeing this building? It’s on the finishing straight, Neftchilar Avenue, and is one of Baku’s top Oil Boom buildings.
#ExperienceAzerbaijan
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Hold on to your hat!
Today is Windy Tuesday, the third festive Tuesday leading up to
#Novruz
. So let it blow you in the right direction during your travels to
#Azerbaijan
, where you will find landscapes and historical sites to take your breath away!
The building excitement is palpable on the streets of
#Baku
, as
#F1
engines roar and passions boil over. Famous drivers hurtle through the very centre of Baku in this thrilling spectacle.🏁
Hurry, you can still catch the final climax!🏎️
#experienceazerbaijan
#takeanotherlook
📍 Dive into the mesmerizing allure of
#Lachin
in
#Karabakh
!
🏞️ This region, graced by majestic nature, holds centuries of traditions, limitless creative energy, and an unwavering love for the native land. Generations have crafted a tapestry of culture and fertility in this
👉Savour the vibrant flavours of
#Azerbaijani
cuisine.
🍚From succulent dolma to the staggering variety of plovs, quick 'gutab' bites to a classic 'kükü' breakfast, each dish is a tale, each bite - a revelation.
☝️Only in Azerbaijan.
#experienceazerbaijan
#takeanotherlook
#Azerbaijan
is heaven for lovers of fresh fruits & vegetables.😍Thanks to our rich biodiversity, you can find everything grown here, from fragrant pomegranates & citrus fruits to berries & unique spices. Can you name some?
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2022 is the ‘Year of Shusha’ in Azerbaijan.
#Shusha
is the country’s cultural capital.📢This architectural icon is the Vagif Mausoleum, built over the grave of a famous poet Molla Panah Vagif. It was recently restored & looks wonderful!
#ExperienceAzerbaijan
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🎶Yesterday, the American pop-rock band
#ImagineDragons
held a grand concert in
#Baku
.🇦🇿
🎧The atmosphere was incredible, and the sight was magnificent. Every attendee could fully experience the power of Imagine Dragons’ music and energy.
#experienceazerbaijan
#takeanotherlook
Explore Azerbaijan's 'Candy Cane' Mountains in 📍
#Khizi
District, a rare wonder of mesmerising colours caused by underground water oxidising iron.
Drive along the winding road to Khizi to marvel at it with your own eyes!
#experienceazerbaijan
#takeanotherlook
A fascinating story is hidden in every stone of Agdam!
🏞️ Nature and history seamlessly blend in this charming locale. Ancient buildings and crisp, pure air transport you to a realm of unparalleled natural beauty and harmony. ⛰️
#experienceazerbaijan
#takeanotherlook
Did you know that Baku is home to 3 different Jewish communities?🕎Ashkezanis, Georgian, and Mountain Jews have all lived and thrived here since the early 19th century.
#ExperienceAzerbaijanLater
to visit their synagogues and discover this little-known yet fascinating heritage.🙂
Grandfather and husband Haji Abdurakhman will soon be 100! He won’t be the only centenarian in the village of Griz in
#Guba
District of north
#Azerbaijan
. What’s in the fresh air, clean water and delicious local cuisine that makes the locals so healthy?
Why not visit to find out?
Every corner of Azerbaijan has its own beauty. Every inch of our homeland is dear to us. How happy are they who get to see and touch this beauty! The dream of such happiness has become a reality. That great day is near when we will be able to travel around the whole of Azerbaijan
Today, the world's Muslims observe Eid al-Adha, a symbol of goodwill and unity.
Celebrations will be filling Azerbaijani mosques, like Shusha's stunning Yukhari (Upper) Govhar Agha Mosque, reopened on 10 May after restoration.
A sight to behold!
#experienceazerbaijan
Art from
#Azerbaijan
, from Stone Age to today. 📍The Azerbaijan National Museum of Art’s collections of over 19,000 objects are spread over a wide range of artistic styles and periods, including porcelain, ceramics, carpets, embroidery and paintings.
Ready to be astounded❓
Winter in Gadabay is an absolute fairy tale!✨ This region of Azerbaijan lies high in the Lesser Caucasus mountains and boasts year-round stunning scenery - a great place for nature lovers with some awesome hiking opportunities.
#ExperienceAzerbaijanLater
💫
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Have you seen 'Country Life Vlog'❓
It stars unassuming villagers from Hil,
#Gusar
District, who go about their daily lives producing and making all kinds of traditional and more creative dishes.
Visit for picturesque landscapes, national delicacies and (now) friendly faces!
Is it the moon? 🌑No, it’s
#Gobustan
! 🌋We love this shot of the mud volcanoes - mysterious mounds that gurgle and spew slurry. Go and see them during
#EURO2020
! ⚽️
#ExperienceAzerbaijan
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Mark International Day for Monuments and Sites with us!🕌
Discover
#Azerbaijan
's Icherisheher, Maiden Tower,
#Shirvanshahs
' Palace,
#Gobustan
Rock Art Cultural Landscape and
#Sheki
Khan’s Palace during a trip to see the
#F1
GP.
Rich history and stunning architecture await you!
A view of Ilisu, a beautifully bucolic village in the Gakh region of northwest
#Azerbaijan
. 🏞️Visit to see its traces of the Ilisu Sultanate at places like Sumug Gala (Bone Tower) as well as to admire the amazing views! 🌄
#ExperienceAzerbaijanLater
Each region in Azerbaijan has its signature dish🥘 In Baku it’s gutab, in Sheki - piti, in Lankaran - lavangi, Gabala - dasharasi kebab & Gusar - tskan. Which one will you try first once you will visit Azerbaijan?🙂 Discover more
#ExperienceAzerbaijanLater
While you’re in
#Baku
for
#EURO2020
, be sure to spend time on Nizami Street. 💫This is the shopping and nightlife hub of downtown Baku with loads of bars, cafes and restaurants.🎆
#ExperienceAzerbaijan
#Azerbaijan
is home to nearly 700 mud volcanoes, and you can easily visit many of them in
#Gobustan
. Among the largest mud volcanoes in the world are Boyuk Kanizadag and Toraghai, which are in the Guinness Book of Records.⛰️
How would you like to have a look❓
🙋♀️Today we share the top 3 spring destinations of popular Azerbaijani travel blogger Irada Gadirova: “I love every corner of Azerbaijan but Gusar, Guba and Gadabay are especially great in spring.”➡️Check her recommendations at: .
#ExperienceAzerbaijanLater
Say ‘I do’ in the heart of Azerbaijan! ✨🇦🇿
💍Discover the perfect blend of romance and culture for your dream wedding. Explore breathtaking landscapes, savor delicious cuisine, and create lasting memories in Azerbaijan. Let love and adventure unite in this beautiful
#ExperienceAzerbaijanLater
to try kofte bozbash, a traditional Azerbaijani soup that is a perfect winter warmer. The recipe is almost the same all around the country - mutton, eggs & onion - but in some regions (as Nakhchivan) dried greens are added also.🍲
#travel
#foodie
#Kata
is s traditional sweet pastry of the
#Karabakh
region made from dough with a butter, vanilla, sugar and flour filling.🥧It takes about 20 mins to bake and is a delicious accompaniment to tea drinking.☕️
#ExperienceAzerbaijan
#ExperienceAzerbaijanLater
to discover Baku’s amazing architecture built during the oil boom of yesteryear. The Baku City Hall building is one of the best - it was designed by legendary Polish architect Josef Goslawski and the bricks came all the way from Italy!🌠
📸
@morefuzzy
They might not fly like in Disney’s ‘Aladdin’, but get up close to any carpet and you’ll see they all have a touch of magic. Demystify carpet weaving at
#Baku
’s
#Azerbaijan
National Carpet Museum.
No trip to Baku is complete without it.
A masterpiece of modern Islamic architecture, the magnificent 📍Heydar Mosque shows off the Absheron-Shirvan architectural style, with facades clad with limestone. 🕌 When illuminated at night, it is one of Baku’s most eye-catching landmarks.
#ExperienceAzerbaijan
🍷This past weekend, a grand Wine and Grape festival took place in 📍
#Shamakhi
.
🍷At the long-awaited festival, visitors tasted the best wines from local and foreign winemakers, took part in master classes on winemaking, plunged into the world of wine traditions and enjoyed the
The famous
#Khudaferin
bridges in the
#Jabrayil
district are two monumental arched bridges dating back to the 12th century. This grandiose monument of the Middle Ages still draws attention because of its architectural characteristics. How about feeling the breath of antiquity?
Treat your taste buds to 'sabzi plov'🍚
This dish is an authentic embodiment of
#Azerbaijan
's culinary traditions. Fragrant rice, herbs and tender meat combine into an explosion of flavours, where every ingredient shines.
Dive into pure irresistibility!
#experienceazerbaijan
Winter is coming, get ready for yarpag khangal!
There are similar dishes in the Caucasus, but none as unique and delicious as
#Azerbaijan
’s yarpag khangal. A bed of supple dough diamonds, topped with minced lamb and onions, served with garlic yoghurt - don’t even try to resist!
#Azerbaijan
has been at the crossroads of cultures for millennia. From unique ancient monuments to exceptional traditions of multiculturalism, there are countless paths leading to untold tales & discovery. ✨Embark on an unforgettable journey to take another look at Azerbaijan.
Today we’re celebrating
#FireTuesday
, in the run-up to the much-loved
#Novruz
holiday, marking the beginning of spring. 🔥 Fire is one of Azerbaijan’s main national symbols, thanks to the mysterious flames that used to burn naturally around
#Baku
.💫
#ExperienceAzerbaijan
We know that
#Azerbaijan
has a wealth of culture that needs careful preservation.
#UNESCO
agrees!
They added ‘Culture of Çay (tea), a symbol of identity, hospitality and social interaction’ to their Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage.
Discover
#Baku
, a city with endless possibilities for exploration.🏁Beyond the
#F1
#Azerbaijan
Grand Prix, Baku has a historic Old City and stunning contemporary architecture.
Find out even more reasons to add Baku to your travel plans!
#experienceazerbaijan
@BakuCityCircuit
Feel the heat of
#Azerbaijan
’s ancient heritage🔥
Mark ‘Fire Tuesday’ at
#Baku
's
#Flame
Towers,
#Ateshgah
Fire Temple and
#Yanardag
('Burning Mountain'). Join in traditional celebrations and light a bonfire, dancing around and jump over it like the locals!
#takeanotherlook
Time to travel around
#Azerbaijan
🇦🇿
🍂As you explore the diverse landscapes and richness of Azerbaijan’s cultural treasures, you will be taken aback by their astonishing variety.
✈️Book your trip and prepare to be dazzled.
#experienceazerbaijan
#takeanotherlook
A
#Karabakh
gem.🍘
Today, we bring you ‘Karabakh kata’ - a traditional sweet pastry whose rich, golden exterior entices you in to taste the soft, sweet filling that includes butter, milk, eggs and sugar. Naturally, it makes a wonderful accompaniment to tea.
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Shahbulag Castle is one of the best monuments of Azerbaijan’s Khanate period. The rectangular structure was built by the
#Karabakh
Khan & served as the khanate headquarters. 🏰The complex contained houses, a mosque, baths & a market.
#ExperienceAzerbaijan
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Hadise, Imagine Dragons, Thomas Anders, Tarkan and Alessandro Safina… …are set to stir up emotions in Baku very soon.
Don't miss out as you dive into the unique atmosphere of live music.
Head to our site for more:
Make sure you see
#Baku
’s best sights during
#EURO2020
. 💫Top of the list is the stunning Old City, which is both a World Heritage site and a vibrant neighbourhood. 🌃Visit at night when it’s even more wonderful!
#ExperienceAzerbaijan
Wishing everyone a beautiful day from
#Azerbaijan
! ✨ We hope these breathtaking views of sunflower fields in the
#Ismayilli
region will help boost your mood and lift your spirits 🌻
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Azerbaijan, where photography is effortless. From
#Guba
's thick forests and
#Lerik
's waterfalls to Absheron's lakes and
#Gusar
's green mountains, (re)discover photography in Azerbaijan. Capture nature's diversity in Azerbaijan this summer.
#experienceazerbaijan
#takeanotherlook
📍
#Nakhchivan
’s Mausoleum of
#Garabaghlar
is rightfully considered one of the pearls of oriental architecture. Considering its age and condition, the site makes an indelible impression on visitors.
Feel the irresistible pull of the East!
#takeanotherlook
#experienceazerbaijan
Ready to have your taste buds blown away❓
🍵Kufta-bozbash is one of Azerbaijan’s favourite dishes, especially as a winter warmer. Hearty broth keeps the
#kufta
(meatball) succulent and juicy, while chickpeas and potato add depth and body to the broth.
Taste the essence of Azerbaijan with the iconic kebab! 🍢From succulent lamb to juicy chicken, each bite is a journey through Azerbaijani cuisine.🇦🇿
✨Experience the rich spices and tender meats that make kebab a favourite for locals and visitors alike!
#experienceazerbaijan
📍
#Baku
has a range of cosy restaurants, cafes, and bars to suit all tastes, offering a wide range of wines and snacks.
Popular spots include Port Wine & Grill, Galateya, Room Baku, Cape Wine, Boho Tea & Wine, Double Eleven and Boorda Wine Bar.🍷
Dive into the delicious world