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Tour around the Absheron Peninsula
Azerbaijan
Baku
This immersive tour introduces you to the ancient culture and fiery spirit of Azerbaijan — the Land of Fire.
one day excursion
100
Start price
Includes in price
In the Footsteps of Fire
Duration: approximately 6 hours
Tour type: out-of-town cultural tour around the Absheron Peninsula
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Ateshgah Fire Temple
Your first stop is the famous Ateshgah Temple of Fire Worshippers, located 25 km from Baku. This remarkable monument of Zoroastrian culture was restored in the 17th century. Built atop natural gas vents, the temple's eternal flame once attracted pilgrims from across the region. Today, the temple houses a museum showcasing the rituals and lifestyle of the ancient fire worshippers. -
Yanardag — Burning Mountain
Next, you'll visit Yanardag, a natural wonder where flames burst from the hillside without interruption. This eternal fire has burned for centuries and remains a mystical symbol of the region. -
Gala Open-Air Ethnographic Museum
After lunch, the tour continues to the ethnographic complex of Gala village. Highlights include:-
a restored 14th-century fortress;
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traditional workshops and village streets;
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hands-on activities such as pottery, carpet weaving, and baking lavash bread;
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live demonstrations of wedding customs and artisan crafts.
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