Old City Walking Tour: Explore the Ancient Monuments of Baku's Icheri Sheher

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Embark on a captivating Old City Walking Tour in Baku’s Icheri Sheher. Uncover the rich history and architectural wonders of ancient monuments, including the Shirvansahs Palace and Maiden Tower.

Duration: 3 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Gala Gapisi - The tour begins at the main entrance of the Old City, known as Double Gates. During the tour, you’ll see the Chain, Sailor, and Cat Houses, Bukhara and Multani Caravanserais, Juma Mosque, and Maiden Tower. The guide will share the history of the Old City and the mentioned buildings.
Palace of the Shirvanshahs - The Shirvanshah Palace, a gem of Azerbaijan’s architectural heritage, was the former residence of the rulers of Shirvan and is located in the heart of Baku. The stunning complex includes the Divan-Khan courtyard, a tomb, a mosque from 1441, a bathhouse, and the mausoleum of court scholar Seyid Yahya Bakuvi.
Bukhara Caravanserai - Built in the late 15th century along the trade route of Icherisheher in Baku, the Bukhara caravanserai features a quadratic shape with a prominent portal and an octagonal yard. The caravanserai is surrounded by balconies and private rooms, including chapels. The octagonal yard served as an open-air hall where travelers and merchants gathered after daily trade activities. Restoration in 1964 revealed the caravanserai’s large-scale structure, highlighting its architectural composition.
Maiden Tower - Often compared to the Eiffel Tower of Baku, the Maiden Tower served as a fortress for the Shirvanshahs in the 12th century. Its architectural design includes extraordinarily thick walls at the base, starting at five meters and narrowing to four meters at the top. Today, the interior features old photographs and a souvenir shop, with the rooftop offering a stunning panoramic view of Baku Bay and the Old City, making the climb worthwhile.
Miniature Books - Located in the old city of Icheri Sheher, the Museum of Miniature Books is recognized by the Guinness Book of Records for having the largest collection of miniature books. Founded by Zarifa Salahova, the museum opened on April 2, 2002, and now houses over 5,600 books from 66 countries.

What's Included

Professional Licensed English Speaking Guide
Touristic Destinations Mentioned Above

What's Not Included

Any Meals
Personal Expenses

Additional Information

The Old City Walking tour enables you to explore Baku’s historic Old City and gain vast amounts of knowledge about its past and its internal structures. It includes key highlights of the Old City - Icheri Sheher, like the age-old Shirvansahs Palace, Maiden Tower showcasing history, architectural masterpieces like Bukhara & Multani Carvansarais, Juma Mosque, baths, and temples.

Children must be accompanied by an adult
After your booking, you will be informed about how to recognize the tour guide in the meeting point

Location

Gala Gapisi

Cavadxan

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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199ashwins

Sep 29, 2022

Good - It was at a very pleasant time walking very well coordinated by our tour guide Zahra. Enjoyed a lot.