Baku: Forts and Castles
Places and attractions in the Forts and castles category
Categories
- Museum
- Memorial
- Mosque
- Theater
- Concerts and shows
- History museum
- Park
- Music venue
- Forts and castles
- Sport
- Sport venue
- Nightlife
- Palace
- Neighbourhood
- Cemetery
- Church
- Art museum
- Street
- Natural attraction
- Skyscraper
- Specialty museum
- Music and shows
- Caravanserai
- Nature
- Arenas and stadiums
- Lake
- Event space
- Universities and schools
Old City
Historic city center with 12th-c. walls Nestled in the heart of Baku, Azerbaijan, lies the Old City, known locally as İçərişəhər, a historic fortress that stands as a testament to the country's rich cultural tapestry. Enclosed within ancient walls, this UNESCO World Heritage site is a captivating blend...
Palace of the Shirvanshahs
Historic palace complex with a museum Nestled in the heart of Baku, Azerbaijan, the Palace of the Shirvanshahs reigns as a regal emblem of the city's rich history. This formidable castle complex, dating back to the 15th century, was the seat of power for the Shirvanshah dynasty and stands as a testament...
Paired Fortress Gates
The Paired Fortress Gates of Baku, Azerbaijan, are an architectural testament to the city's rich historical tapestry. These two symmetrical gates, part of the Baku's ancient fortification system, reflect the strategic importance and the cultural influences that have...
Baku Fortress Wall
The Baku Fortress Wall is a historic landmark that stands as a testament to the city of Baku's ancient past and strategic importance through the centuries. Located in Azerbaijan's capital, the fortress walls are remnants of a once-imposing defensive structure that...
Sabayil Castle
Sabayil Castle is a submerged medieval fortress on the coast of the Caspian Sea near Baku, Azerbaijan. The castle is named after the surrounding area of Bayil. The structure is also known as the "Atlantis of the Caspian Sea".
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