Azerbaijan
History
People's Republic was proclaimed or established, marking a new republican phase in Azerbaijan's history.
Soviet Socialist Republic was proclaimed or established, marking a new republican phase in Azerbaijan's history.
Azerbaijan became independent from the Soviet Union, marking a key step in modern statehood.
Constitution adopted and became an important marker in Azerbaijan's constitutional development.
Short facts
RegionSouth Caucasus
LanguageAzerbaijani
Time zoneAZT (UTC+4)
Drives onRight
Worth seeing
- Baku Old City: Walled inner city UNESCO site with Maiden Tower and medieval palaces.
- Mud Volcanoes: More than half the world's mud volcanoes are found in Azerbaijan.
- Flame Towers: Baku's dramatic skyline of glass towers lit as fire at night.
Planning questions
What is Azerbaijan known for?Baku Old City, Mud Volcanoes, Flame Towers.
What is the capital?Baku.
Which language is useful?Azerbaijani.
When is the national day?28 May.
How should I browse it here?Start with the facts, jump to linked cities, then check events and topics.
Upcoming events
Azerbaijan Republic Day28 May 2026 ยท AzerbaijanNo future Azerbaijan-linked events are active in the current dataset.
Food & drink
Plov
Black teaKnown for
Baku Old CityMaiden Towermedieval palaces.Mud VolcanoesFlame TowersCapital city
Nature & places
National days