Independence Museum of Azerbaijan, Baku

Name: Independence Museum of Azerbaijan
Address: Baku, Azerbaijan

#152 among attractions in Baku

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The Independence Museum of Azerbaijan or "Istiqlal" Museum – is a museum established on 7 December 1919 in Baku - the capital of the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic. H. Mirzajamalov and I. M. Aghaoglu had a great role in creation of the museum. Archeological finds, exemplars of rare books, objects of numismatics, jewelry, etc. were collected in the museum. ()

Local name: Azərbaycan İstiqlal Muzeyi Established: 1919 (105 years ago)Coordinates: 40°22'6"N, 49°49'59"E

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Baku Azerbaijan

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Independence Museum of Azerbaijan – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palace of the Shirvanshahs, Aliagha Vahid Monument, Baku Puppet Theatre, Baku Fortress Wall.

~730 ftS
Historic palace complex with a museum
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~830 ftS
Memorial, Monuments and statues
Aliagha Vahid Monument, Baku
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~1760 ftE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Baku Puppet Theatre, Baku
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~440 ftS
Forts and castles
Baku Fortress Wall, Baku
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~710 ftS
Tiny books from many countries
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~600 ftS
Museum, History museum, Archaeological museum
Old City Museum Center, Baku
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~360 ftSE
Memorial
Quadrangular Tower, Baku
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~140 ftSW
Museum
Institute of Manuscripts of Azerbaijan, Baku
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~860 ftS
Memorial
Chin Mosque, Baku
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~760 ftS
Mausoleum
Shirvanshah's Palace Mausoleum, Baku
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~750 ftNE
Memorial
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Independence Museum of Azerbaijan?

Nearby attractions include ANAS House-Museum of Huseyn Javid, Baku (1 min walk), Institute of Manuscripts of Azerbaijan, Baku (1 min walk), Ismailiyya Palace, Baku (1 min walk), Azerbaijan State Academic Philharmonic Hall, Baku (2 min walk).

How to get to Independence Museum of Azerbaijan by public transport?

The nearest stations to Independence Museum of Azerbaijan:

Metro

Icarisahar • Lines: 1 (5 min walk)
Sahil • Lines: 1 (17 min walk)

Bus

Axundov Bağı • Lines: 6 (6 min walk)
Icherisheher m/st • Lines: 6 (7 min walk)

Train

Baku Central Railway Station (32 min walk)