Dining in Baku offers a culinary adventure like no other, blending traditional Azerbaijani flavors with global influences. As the capital city of Azerbaijan, Baku is a gastronomic hub where history, culture, and modernity come together on every plate. One of the must-try dishes is plov, a fragrant rice dish cooked with saffron, dried fruits, and...
First published in Vienna in 1937, Ali and Nino is a captivating romance between an Azerbaijani nobleman, Ali, and a Georgian princess, Nino. Set against the turbulent backdrop of World War I, the Bolshevik Revolution, and the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic, the novel explores their love story over a period from 1909 to 1920. Although primarily set in...
Carpet weaving in Azerbaijan is a time-honored tradition that dates back over a thousand years. Azerbaijani carpets are known for their intricate patterns, vibrant colors, and high-quality craftsmanship. The art of weaving is passed down through generations, with each region in Azerbaijan offering unique designs and techniques. Baku, Shirvan,...
COP 29 is the United Nations Climate Change Conference taking place in Baku, Azerbaijan from 11 to 22 November 2024. UN Climate Change Conferences (or COPs) take place every year, and are the world’s only multilateral decision-making forum on climate change that brings together almost every country on Earth. To put it...
The Silk Road was an extensive network of trade routes that connected the East and West, and Azerbaijan played a key role in these historical pathways. Located at the crossroads of Asia and Europe, Azerbaijan was a crucial point along both the land and maritime routes of the Silk Road. The land routes traversed Azerbaijan, connecting major cities such as...