National Library of Azerbaijan, Baku

Name: National Library of Azerbaijan
Address: Xəqani küç. 29, Baku, AZ1000, Azerbaijan
Telephone: +994 12 493 40 03

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The Mirza Fatali Akhundov National Library of Azerbaijan is the national library of the Republic of Azerbaijan, located in Baku and founded in 1922. It is named after Mirza Fatali Akhundov, an Azerbaijani dramatist and philosopher. The library is located on Khagani Street and overlooks Rəşid Behbudov Avenue and Nizami Street. Its facades feature the statues of various writers and poets: Nizami Ganjavi, Mahsati, Uzeyir Hajibeyov, Shota Rustaveli, Alexander Pushkin and several others. ()

Local name: Azərbaycan Milli Kitabxanası Established: 1922 (103 years ago)Coordinates: 40°22'27"N, 49°50'47"E

Address

Xəqani küç. 29Baku AZ1000 Azerbaijan

Contact

+994 12 493 40 03

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National Library of Azerbaijan – 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.

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History exhibits in a former mansion
National Museum of History of Azerbaijan, Baku
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~1560 ftSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
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~960 ftW
Museum
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Sport venue, Sport
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Museum, Art museum
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~1780 ftE
City hall, Baroque architecture
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~930 ftNW
Nightlife, Cinema
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Theater
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Square
Fountains Square, Baku
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~1900 ftSW
Park
Khagani Garden, Baku
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~1840 ftNW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to National Library of Azerbaijan?

Nearby attractions include Azerbaijan State Song Theatre, Baku (2 min walk), House-Museum of Niyazi, Baku (5 min walk), Khagani Alley, Baku (6 min walk), Church of the Saviour, Baku (6 min walk).

How to get to National Library of Azerbaijan by public transport?

The nearest stations to National Library of Azerbaijan:

Bus

Rəşid Behbudov adına Mahnı Teatrı • Lines: 88 (2 min walk)
Hökumət evi • Lines: 88 (6 min walk)

Metro

Sahil • Lines: 1 (5 min walk)
Cəfər Cabbarlı • Lines: 2B (11 min walk)

Train

Baku Central Railway Station (13 min walk)