Church of the Saviour, Baku
Facts and practical information
The Church of the Saviour is a Lutheran church in Baku, Azerbaijan, built with donations by parishioner Adolf Eichler and consecrated on March 14, 1899. It is now a Ministry of Culture and Tourism-owned concert hall. The Gothic-style church features a portal crowned with a decorated pediment. While Azerbaijan's Evangelical community ceased to exist in 1936, the church survived the Stalinist period because of petitions to Joseph Stalin in which the petitioners promised, in return for sparing the church, to pray for him till death. Nevertheless, Pastor Paul Hamburg and seven other members of the local Lutheran community were executed by firing squad on November 1, 1937. ()
Dilara Aliyeva and 28 May Street (ул. 28 Мая) cnrBaku
Church of the Saviour – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: National Museum of History of Azerbaijan, Park Bulvar, House-Museum of Niyazi, Baku City Circuit.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Church of the Saviour?
How to get to Church of the Saviour by public transport?
Bus
- Rəşid Behbudov adına Mahnı Teatrı • Lines: 88 (5 min walk)
- Mərkəzi Bank/Milli Bank • Lines: 88 (5 min walk)
Metro
- Cəfər Cabbarlı • Lines: 2B (5 min walk)
- 28 May mst • Lines: 2 (5 min walk)
Train
- Baku Central Railway Station (7 min walk)