Baku Soviet Mosaics and Architecture Tour
ID: GYG1118582-1717178
Category:
Country: Azerbaijan
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
Explore the Soviet architecture and mosaics of Baku on a guided tour. Visit iconic landmarks, learn about the history of Soviet architecture, and hunt for mosaic marvels.
Explore the Soviet mosaics and architecture of Baku on a guided tour. Discover the social, cultural, and leisure heart of downtown Baku with a focus on the evolution of Soviet architecture.
Discuss urban policies and propaganda that influenced architectural movements in Baku, Azerbaijan. Later, visit various neighborhoods to delve into the riches of Soviet mosaic marvels in Baku, with all their symbolism and role in Soviet propaganda.
The Soviet tour in Baku offers a unique and immersive experience for exploring hidden gems in this modern city, get to know a socialist heritage with totally different perspective.
Highlights
- Discover the evolution of Soviet architecture in Baku on a guided tour
- Explore the social, cultural, and leisure heart of downtown Baku
- Visit iconic Soviet-era architectural landmarks and learn about their history
- Hunt for Soviet mosaic marvels in various neighborhoods of Baku
- Learn about the urban policies and propaganda that influenced architecture
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour involves walking and driving in a minivan.
Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
The tour focuses on Soviet art and architecture.
Pickup included from any hotel in Downtown Baku. Please wait in the hotel lobby from 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. Look out for a guide with red badge with a sign of Azerbaijan Traveller.
INCLUDED
- Tour of Soviet-era architectural landmarks in Baku
- Visit to various neighborhoods to see Soviet mosaics
- Discussion on urban policies and propaganda in Soviet Baku
- Local expert guide
- Bottle water
- hotel pick up/drop off
NOT INCLUDED
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
