Museum of Sacred Relics, Baku

Name: Museum of Sacred Relics
Address: Baku, Azerbaijan

#120 among attractions in Baku

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Museum of Sacred Relics is a museum located in the Beylar Mosque, in Icherisheher. The museum, which began to operate in the mosque after restoration and conservation, displays samples of Koran, a sacred relic of the Islamic religion, old books from various times, as well as samples of applied art related to worship. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 40°21'58"N, 49°50'4"E

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Museum of Sacred Relics – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Old City, Palace of the Shirvanshahs, Baku Puppet Theatre, Baku Museum of Miniature Books.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Museum of Sacred Relics?

Nearby attractions include Beyler Mosque, Baku (1 min walk), Azerbaijan State Academic Opera and Ballet Theater, Baku (1 min walk), House-Museum of Tahir Salahov, Baku (2 min walk), Mausoleum of Seyid Yahya Bakuvi, Baku (2 min walk).

How to get to Museum of Sacred Relics by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museum of Sacred Relics:

Metro

Icarisahar • Lines: 1 (4 min walk)
Sahil • Lines: 1 (17 min walk)

Bus

Kukla teatrı • Lines: 88 (7 min walk)
Icherisheher m/st • Lines: 6 (8 min walk)

Train

Baku Central Railway Station (33 min walk)