Baku: Old City Walking Tour with GuideWith Turkish Speaking Guide

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ID: GYG1104240-O-1695735
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País: Azerbaiyán

Duración: 01:30 horas


Descripción

Explore Baku’s Old City on a guided walking tour. Discover the Maiden Tower, the Palace of the Shirvanshahs, and the Juma Mosque, and learn about the city’s rich history.
Begin your tour at the Maiden Tower, one of Baku’s most iconic landmarks. Learn about the legends surrounding this ancient tower, a symbol of Baku and the Azerbaijani nation, from your guide.

Next, visit the ruins of the Church of St. Bartholomew, located across from the Maiden Tower. Hear the story of St. Bartholomew, one of Jesus Christ’s apostles, who played a key role in spreading Christianity in Asia and Albania.

Continue to the Hadji Baani Hammam, the oldest and largest bathhouse in Icherisheher. Discover how this beautiful construction was found beneath the ground in 1960 and admire its stunning architecture.

Visit two historical caravanserais in the Old City. Explore the Multani Caravanserai, built in the 14th century for Indian merchants, and the Bukhara Caravanserai, a 15th-century architectural gem on one of the main routes crossing Azerbaijan.

See the Residence of Baku Khans, a breathtaking place dating back to the early 18th century. Learn about the generations of rulers of the Baku Khanate who lived and ruled within these walls.

Pass through the Double Gates of Baku’s Old City, the main entrance to Icherisheher. Discover the historical and cultural significance of this entrance, which was the only way inside the fortress until the end of the 19th century.

Visit the Palace of Shirvanshahs, a mesmerizing spot in the Old City. Admire its beautiful construction and learn about the rich history of this UNESCO World Heritage site.

See the majestic bust of Aliaga Vahid, a famous Azerbaijani poet and close friend of the world-famous poet Sergei Yesenin. Hear about the life of this important figure in Azerbaijani culture.

Finally, visit the Juma Mosque, built in 1437 and reconstructed several times throughout the years. Admire its minaret, which has survived to modern days, and end your historical tour around the Old City.

Lo más destacado

  • Step back in time as you explore the UNESCO-listed Old City of Baku
  • Learn about the history of the Maiden Tower and its many legends
  • Visit the ruins of the Church of St. Bartholomew and hear its story
  • Discover the Hadji Baani Hammam, the oldest bathhouse in the Old City
  • See the Palace of the Shirvanshahs, a stunning example of architecture

Lenguajes de guiado

INFORMACIÓN IMPORTANTE
The tour begins on the site in front of the entrance to the Maiden Tower.
INCLUIDO
  • 1.Professional English or Russian speaking guide
  • 2.Professional Turkish speaking guide (if option selected)
  • 3.Professional Spanish speaking guide (if option selected)
  • 4.Professional Deutsch speaking guide (if option selected)
  • 5.Professional Japanese speaking guide (if option selected)
  • 6.Professional Hindi speaking guide (if option selected)
NO INCLUYE
  • personal expenses

¿Cuándo debo reservar?

Para garantizar la disponibilidad de la reserva lo antes posible. Vale la pena reservar con antelación, especialmente si planeas el viaje durante la temporada alta, como los días festivos o los fines de semana.


Cancelaciones

Esta excursión se puede cancelar sin costo alguno hasta :tiempo de cancelación horas antes del inicio del viaje. Si lo cancela después de 24 horas o no se presenta en la excursión, se le cobrará el precio total de la actividad. El retraso en la recogida o en la salida se considerará como no presentarse.