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1. BAKU: A DYNAMIC CITY AT
THE CROSSROADS OF
EUROPE AND ASIA
A U T H O R : V A G I F H U S E Y N O V
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2. WELCOME TO THE
PRESENTATION
ON BAKU
A Dynamic City at the Crossroads of Europe and Asia. The
purpose of this presentation is to give a detailed
description of Baku, the capital and largest city of
Azerbaijan. We will cover a wide range of topics, including
Baku's location, population, history, tourist facilities,
industrial sector, and more. By the end of this
presentation, you should have a thorough understanding
of what makes Baku such a unique and dynamic city at
the crossroads of Europe and Asia.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
ABOUT BAKU
Baku is the capital and largest city of Azerbaijan, located on
the western coast of the Caspian Sea. It has a population of
over 2.2 million people, making it the largest city in the
Caucasus region. Baku is a major economic, cultural, and
transport hub, and is home to a diverse range of industries
including oil, gas, petrochemicals, and high-tech
manufacturing.
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HISTORY OF BAKU
Baku has a long and rich history dating back to
ancient times. It is believed to have been founded as
an ancient fishing village in the 1st century AD.
Throughout its history, Baku has been an important
center of trade, culture, and innovation. Some key
events and periods in the history of Baku include: the
Sassanid Empire (3rd-7th centuries AD), the
Shirvanshahs (13th-16th centuries), the Russian
Empire (19th-early 20th centuries), the Soviet period
(1920-1991), and the post-Soviet period (1991-
present). Since independence, Baku has continued to
grow and modernize, becoming a major economic
and cultural hub in the region.
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TOURIST FACILITIES
• Hotels: Baku has a variety of hotels catering to different
budgets and preferences, including luxury hotels, boutique
hotels, and budget accommodations.
• Restaurants: Baku has a diverse culinary scene, with a range
of restaurants offering local and international cuisine.
• Cafes: There are many cafes in Baku, serving a variety of
beverages and light meals.
• Bars: Baku has a vibrant nightlife, with a range of bars, clubs,
and pubs catering to different tastes.
• In addition to these facilities, Baku also has a number of
cultural and historical attractions, including museums, art
galleries, and landmarks, as well as a variety of shopping and
entertainment options.
Baku is a popular tourist destination, offering
a wide range of facilities to visitors. These
include:
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INDUSTRIAL SECTOR
Baku is a major economic hub in the Caucasus region,
with a diverse industrial sector. Some of the city's
main industries include oil and gas, petrochemicals,
manufacturing, and high-tech. Key companies in these
sectors include the state-owned Azerbaijan State Oil
Company (SOCAR), the Azerbaijan International
Operating Company (AIOC), SOCAR Polymer,
Azerkimya, Azercell, and Azerfon. Baku also has a
strong service sector, including finance, banking, and
tourism.
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HOW TO GET THERE
Flights: The most convenient option
is to fly to Baku from Dąbrowa
Górnicza. There are several airports
in the region that offer flights to
Baku, including Katowice Airport,
Krakow Airport, and Warsaw
Chopin Airport. From these
airports, you can catch a
connecting flight to Baku
International Airport.
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Trains: Another option is to take the
train from Dąbrowa Górnicza to
Baku. There are several
international trains that operate
between Poland and Azerbaijan,
including the Warsaw-Baku Express
and the Krakow-Baku Express.
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WHAT TO VISIT
There are many interesting things to see and do in
Baku, including landmarks and monuments such as
the Flame Towers and the Baku Crystal Hall, museums
and art galleries like the Azerbaijan State Museum of
Art and the Baku Museum of Modern Art, cultural
events like music festivals and theater performances,
shopping and entertainment options, and nature and
outdoor activities in the city's parks and natural areas.
Baku also has a number of historical sites, including
the Old City, the Palace of the Shirvanshahs, and the
Ateshgah of Baku.
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LEGENDS AND
FAMOUS PEOPLE
There are several legends and famous people associated
with Baku. Some notable stories and legends about the city
include the Maiden's Tower, the Flame Towers, and the
Baku Crystal Hall. Famous people who were born or lived in
Baku include Heydar Aliyev, Gary Kasparov, Sabina Aliyeva,
and Rauf Mammadov. Heydar Aliyev was the President of
Azerbaijan from 1993 to 2003, Gary Kasparov is a former
world chess champion, Sabina Aliyeva is a famous
Azerbaijani singer and songwriter, and Rauf Mammadov is a
prominent Azerbaijani politician.
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CYCLICAL EVENTS
There are several cyclical events that take place in
Baku, including the Baku International Film Festival in
September, the Baku Marathon in April, the Baku
Shopping Festival in June, the Baku International Jazz
Festival in October, the Baku International Theater
Festival in June, and the Baku Music Festival in May.
These events offer a variety of entertainment and
cultural experiences for visitors to Baku, with a focus
on film, sports, shopping, music, and theater.
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GEOGRAPHY
OF BAKU
Baku is located on the western coast of the Caspian
Sea, and is surrounded by the Absheron Peninsula.
The city has a humid subtropical climate, with hot
summers and mild winters. Baku is divided into 12
administrative districts, and is home to a number of
parks and green spaces, including the Boulevard and
the Baku Seaside National Park.
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CULTURAL
ATTRACTIONS IN
BAKU
Baku has a rich cultural heritage, with a number of museums, art
galleries, and other cultural attractions to explore. Some notable
cultural attractions in the city include the Azerbaijan State Museum
of Art, the Baku Museum of Modern Art, the Azerbaijan National
Carpet Museum, and the Heydar Aliyev Center. Baku is also home to
a number of theaters, including the Azerbaijan State Academic Opera
and Ballet Theater and the Baku Jazz Center.
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SPORTS IN BAKU
Baku is home to a number of sports teams and
facilities, including soccer, basketball, and wrestling
clubs, as well as the Baku Olympic Stadium and the
Baku Crystal Hall, which host a variety of sports and
entertainment events. The city is also home to the
Baku Street Circuit, which hosts the Azerbaijan Grand
Prix, a Formula One World Championship race.
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FOOD AND DRINK
IN BAKU
Baku has a diverse food and drink scene, with a range of
local and international cuisines to choose from. Some
popular local dishes include plov, a rice dish with meat and
vegetables, and dolma, stuffed vegetables filled with meat
and rice. Baku is also home to a number of wineries,
breweries, and other drink producers, including the Baku
Wine Factory and the Qax Wine Factory.
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NIGHTLIFE IN BAKU
Baku has a vibrant nightlife scene, with a number of
clubs, bars, and restaurants that stay open late. Some
popular nightlife destinations in the city include the
Baku Boulevard, the Old City, and the Baku Crystal
Hall. There are also a number of events and festivals
that take place in the city, including music festivals
and theater performances.
19. What is the Baku Shopping Festival and when
does it take place?
Question 1
Questions about the information
presented so far
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20. What are some of the landmarks and
monuments in Baku?
Question 2
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21. Who is Heydar Aliyev and what was his
role in Azerbaijan's history?
Question 3
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22. Sources
• "Baku - Wikipedia," Wikipedia,
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baku
• "Baku International Film Festival," Baku
International Film Festival,
http://bakufilmfestival.az/en/
• "Baku Marathon," Baku Marathon,
http://bakumarathon.com/en/
• "Baku Shopping Festival," Baku Shopping
Festival, http://www.bsf.az/en/
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24. Sources
• "Baku International Jazz Festival," Baku
International Jazz Festival,
https://www.bakujazz.az/en/
• "Baku International Theater Festival," Baku
International Theater Festival,
http://www.bakuteatr.az/en/
• "Baku Music Festival," Baku Music Festival,
http://www.bakumusicfestival.az/en/
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IN CONCLUSION, BAKU IS A DYNAMIC CITY LOCATED AT THE CROSSROADS OF EUROPE AND ASIA WITH A RICH
HISTORY AND DIVERSE CULTURAL HERITAGE. IT IS THE CAPITAL AND LARGEST CITY OF AZERBAIJAN, WITH A
POPULATION OF OVER 2 MILLION PEOPLE. BAKU HAS A RANGE OF LANDMARKS, MONUMENTS, AND CULTURAL
ATTRACTIONS TO EXPLORE, AS WELL AS A VARIETY OF TOURIST FACILITIES, INCLUDING HOTELS,
RESTAURANTS, CAFES, AND BARS. THE CITY'S INDUSTRIAL SECTOR IS DIVERSE, WITH A RANGE OF INDUSTRIES
INCLUDING OIL AND GAS, PETROCHEMICALS, AND PHARMACEUTICALS. BAKU ALSO HOSTS SEVERAL CYCLICAL
EVENTS AND FESTIVALS THAT CELEBRATE FILM, SPORTS, SHOPPING, MUSIC, AND THEATER, AND HAS A
VIBRANT FOOD AND DRINK SCENE AND LIVELY NIGHTLIFE. OVERALL, BAKU IS A CITY WITH SOMETHING FOR
EVERYONE TO ENJOY.
T H A N K Y O U
