The Declaration of Independence monument, Baku

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The Declaration of Independence monument was erected on the Istiglaliyyat Street in honor of the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic, and was opened on May 25, 2007. The monument is located between the buildings of the Institute of Manuscripts of the National Academy of Sciences and the Azerbaijan State Economic University. The Declaration of Independence proclaimed by the National Council of Azerbaijan on May 28, 1918 in Tiflis city, Georgia. This day is celebrated as Republic Day since May 28, 1992. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 40°22'5"N, 49°49'58"E

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The Declaration of Independence monument – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palace of the Shirvanshahs, Aliagha Vahid Monument, Baku Fortress Wall, Baku Museum of Miniature Books.

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Which popular attractions are close to The Declaration of Independence monument?

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

How to get to The Declaration of Independence monument by public transport?

The nearest stations to The Declaration of Independence monument:

Metro

Icarisahar • Lines: 1 (5 min walk)
Sahil • Lines: 1 (18 min walk)

Bus

Axundov Bağı • Lines: 6 (5 min walk)
Icherisheher m/st • Lines: 6 (6 min walk)

Train

Baku Central Railway Station (32 min walk)