Binagadi asphalt lake, Baku

Name: Binagadi asphalt lake
Address: Baku, Azerbaijan

#150 among attractions in Baku

Nature, Natural attraction, Lake

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The Binagadi asphalt lake are a cluster of tar pits in urban Baku, Azerbaijan. Asphaltum or tar has seeped up from the ground in this area for tens of thousands of years. The tar is often covered with dust, leaves, or water. Over many centuries, animals that were trapped in the tar were preserved as bones. ()

Local name: Binəqədi gölü Elevation: 49 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 40°28'4"N, 49°48'4"E

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Binagadi asphalt lake – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Yanar Dag, January 20, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk Monument, Holy Myrrhbearers Cathedral.

5.3 miNE
Mountain, Natural attraction, Geologic formation
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Memorial
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Memorial
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Church
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Museum
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Mosque, Sacred and religious sites
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5.6 miSE
Church
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Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
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Sport venue, Sport, Football
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Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
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Church
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