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Cheap Flights to Azerbaijan (AZ)

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Overview

Azerbaijan, officially known as the Republic of Azerbaijan is the largest country in the Caucasus region of Eurasia. Azerbaijan is situated at the crossroads of Western Asia and Eastern Europe and is bounded by the Caspian Sea to the east, Russia to the north, Armenia to the west and Iran to the south. The best places to visit in Azerbaijan are Baku, Southern Azerbaijan, Xinaliq, Quba and Northern Azerbaijan.

Tourism is an important part of the economy in Azerbaijan because of its natural and cultural attractions. It is advisable to visit this lowland Azerbaijan during the time period of April to June as the sky is clear and land is found green with fresh flowers and natural beauty. The best time to visit Baku is October as you can feel the warm days with crisp nights! Tracking lovers should visit the higher mountain areas during July season for experiencing adventurous days and nights!

The country is filled with approx 95% of Muslim population consisting 85% of the Shia Muslims and 15% of the Sunni Muslims. The ancient eternal fire temple in Surakhani is considered as a natural treasure in Azerbaijan. Talking about architecture, Azerbaijan typically combines the elements of the East and the West. Also the Baku Subways are prominent for their extravagant décor. On the grounds of sports, Azerbaijan is well known for its freestyle wrestling since years. Today, this country has recognized its talent in sports like football and chess.

During the month of May, Azerbaijan celebrates Food and Jazz festival in Baku. One more important festival celebrated here is the Day of Sacrifice i.e. the Qurban Bayram. Eid is also celebrated with a great spirit over here as majority of the population is Muslim. The International Baku Jazz festival is must to visit during your stay at Baku.

General information

Continent:Europe
Subregion:Eastern Europe
Area:86,600 sq km (33,436 sq mi)
Capital:Baku
Government:Presidential republic
Population:2011 estimate 9,165,000[
Languages:The official language of the republic is Azerbaijani (or Azeri Turkish). English is spoken in some places frequented by Westerners. Many people also speak Russian (which is now declining and slowly being replaced by English), especially in the capital city, Baku.
Religions:According to official figures, between 93.4% and 96% of the population is Muslim, of which 85% are Shia and 15% Sunni. Christians comprise 3% to 4% of the population, of whom most are Russian and Armenian Orthodox.
Time:GMT +4
Currency:Azerbaijani manat (AZN)
Electricity:220V / 50Hz (European plug)
Calling Code:+994
Internet Domain:.az
Drives:on the right
Tips:10%
Visas:Visas are required by all except nationals of: Bulgaria, CIS(not including Armenia and Turkmenistan), Hungary, Romania and Vietnam. Georgian visas are valid for transit through Azerbaijan for a period of up to 5 days. If you have a valid visa for another CIS country, you will be allowed to stay in Azerbaijan for 24 hours without having a visa.

Note that if your passport shows any evidence of travel to the separatist republic of Nagorno Karabakh, such as a Karabakh visa, Azerbaijani consulates will deny you a visa. Even if you already have an Azerbaijan visa, you will be turned away and deported, or possibly arrested, if you attempt to enter the country with a Karabakh visa in your passport. If you do intend to visit Karabakh, the authorities there can issue the visa on a separate piece of paper at your request, although sometimes they forget to do this even if instructed to do so.
Airports:Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD), located in 25 km from Baku.
Flights are generally available several times a week on such airlines as British Airways, British Midland and Lufthansa.
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Photo: A castle in Mardakan, Azerbaijan. (© Flickr.com / retlaw snellac (Walter Callens))

 
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