BAKU |AZERBAIJAN

Foreword As the representation office of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Azerbaijan in GCC, Atlantis Holidays brings its new fortune for the holiday makers and a paradise for the tourist in GCC region. Baku, the capital city of Azerbaijan can be reached in just two and a half hours. There are direct flights by Azerbaijan Airlines, Fly Dubai, Qatar Airways and from different destinations in GCC.

Baku, with a population of more than two million, is the largest city in the Caucasus region. While it sits on a bay along the southern edge of a small promontory sticking into this sea, Baku actually is approximately 100 feet below sea level, making its sky scaping skyline that much more impressive.

Through this travel book we will try to keep you updated about the iconic locations, climate, events, activities and architectural wonders in Azerbaijan. I am encouraged to see your interest and request to fly to Baku.

Dayana Persan

General Manager

AtlantisHolidays.com Sketch of Baku, Azerbaijan

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Baku at night is spectacular with all the buildings lite up including the city's diamond - the new Crystal Hall, several celebrities performed in Baku. The spectacular Flame Towers, whose facades are turned into gigantic display screens with the use of more than 10,000 high-power LED luminaires.

Luxury Accommodation in Azerbaijan: Jumeirah, Four Season, Fairmont, JW Marriott, Hyatt, Hilton, Sheraton.

Baku Boulevard

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The old city, the inner city its dramatically a different Baku… Surrounded by ancient walls in the heart of capital. This whole complex remains as one of the most striking monuments of medieval Azerbaijani architecture. Icheri Sheher is an entity with its own history and tradition.

Tourist spots to visit in Baku: IcheriSheher, Maiden Tower, Carpet Museum, Miniature Museum, Jazz Center, Puppet Theatre, National Museum

Icheri Sheher

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Beautiful nature and well developed infrastructure attract thousands of tourists to Gabala. Here are a few five star complexes, small family hotels, recreation areas and tourist camps. Gabala is one of the most beautiful parts of Azerbaijan with a rich and ancient history

How to reach Azerbaijan: Azeri Airline, Fly Dubai and Qatar Airways from GCC Region

Gabala

Sheki is one of the most interesting and beautiful areas of Azerbaijan. Winter is cold, but the snow is only heavy during January and February; Spring is beautiful with the once-brown mountains turning green from the rain; Summer is mild; Fall is quite warm during the day, but at night it gets a bit chilly, so pack a jacket and a thick blanket.

Other Major cities in Azerbaijan: Ganja, Sheki, Gabala, Lankaran and Naftalan.

Arial view of Sheki

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The “Shahdag” winter and summer tourism complex is the first alpine skiing resort in the history of Azerbaijan. This project, which meets international standards, provides good opportunities for the development of skiing and other winter sport, and in particular to the tourism industry.

Best seasons to visit Shagdag: October and March (Fall, Winter ),May to August (Summer )

Shagdag Ski Resort

Major Meeting (MICE) Venues: Heydar Aliyev Center, Crystal Hall, Baku Expo Center, Shagdag Resort, Rixos Quba, Jumeirah Bilgah

The superb reputation of the Baku luxury hotel results from world-class service at every turn. Enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience: the best service and facilities in Caucasus region; Unspoiled beaches and Privileged climate all year round. Discover the exclusive private Villas in different cities in Azerbaijan.

Rixos Quba

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Azerbaijan capital Baku's new venues go from strength to strength with the latest line-up of upmarket hotels and well-appointed meeting spaces. Baku Expo Center is a common ground for industry exhibitions, conferences, product demonstrations, seminars, meetings, corporate events for business and entertainment.

Major sports related venues: Baku National Stadium, Gymnastics Arena, Baku Sports Hall, Mountain Bike Velopark, Rowing Centre, Crystal Hall. 9

Crystal Hall, Baku

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The brochure is distributed in association with Atlantis Holidays, representation office of Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Azerbaijan. For any enquiry, Call +971 4 2829119; Email info@AtlantisHolidays.com; Website www.AtlantisHolidays.com

Volunteers for 1st European Games Baku 2015

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