Old and new. The landmark of Baku, where a quarter of Azerbaijan’s 10 million people live, is the Maiden Tower, a 12th-century 30-m stone watchtower in the Old City of Baku.

Sumug Tower: This two-toned tower, made from stone and brick, ... Baku’s ancient icon, the Maiden Tower, also looms here close to the Caspian Sea, ...

Azerbaijan's Baku is the dream European destination on a budget, needs no Schengen Visa; flight costs just ₹20K. Story by Adrija Dey • 4d. ... and Maiden Tower, a tall stone tower.

From the outside, this 30m tall stone tower looks untouched, however, to reach the top, a staircase has been added and every landing is equipped with a museum showcasing Baku's history.

One such site is the Maiden Tower, the symbol of Baku. From here, you can observe the magnificence of the Shirvanshah's Palace, the residence of the Shirvan dynasty who ruled this historical ...

Stop for lunch at Mugam Club, a 16th-century caravanserai a stone’s throw from the Maiden Tower. ... The new Baku obviously looks up to Dubai as evidenced by the tripartite Flame Towers.

Sumug Tower: This two-toned tower, made from stone and brick, ... Baku’s ancient icon, the Maiden Tower, also looms here close to the Caspian Sea, ...

Maiden tower in the old city.(Pexels) This is the old city of Baku and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The fortress, palace, hammams, ancient mosques, and ancient structures are well preserved.