What is the best month to visit Baku?
The best time to visit Baku would be in the months of September to November. The weather is like that of a hearty spring season around here during this time. Highest temperature in Baku is recorded as 105.8℉ in August.
Is Azerbaijan hot or cold?
The climate of Azerbaijan can be described as continental influenced climate with warm summer and very cold, dry winters. It can be divided in three different climate zones; one north of the mountainous regions, one south of them, and along the coast of the Caspian sea.
How many days do I need in Baku?
3 days
You can get away with 3 days if you’re in a rush, you would be able to visit Baku, and the Gobustan Natinal park (the UNESCO world heritage site home to the mud volcanoes). You could also spend 2 weeks and see the whole country! Personally, though, I think 5 nights is the perfect amount of time to spend in Azerbaijan.
Is Baku worth visiting?
Baku is one of the most up and coming tourist destinations and is an exhilarating mix of oil-driven progress and ancient Asian cultures. The city offers a fantastic mix of old and new with futuristic skyscrapers set against the ancient architecture of local mosques and other landmarks.
Is Baku tourist friendly?
Azerbaijan is relatively safe to visit but you should watch out for both petty and violent crime. In Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, you should expect crime like in many cities around the world, but the problem here is that petty crime made way for more violent types of crime, some of them involving foreigners.
Can you drink alcohol in Baku?
In Baku (capital city) it is allowed in most places, except places of religious purposes, such as mosques. In fact you can buy alcoholic drinks nearly in all supermarkets and order such drinks in most restaurants and in all pubs/clubs.
What should I wear in Azerbaijan?
Women can dress in normal western-style modest clothing, although female visitors should avoid wearing short skirts (they must be below the knee) and shorts. You must carry a scarf with you at all times – preferably cotton for comfort in the heat and not silk as they tend to slip off.
Do and don’ts in Azerbaijan?
11 Things You Should Never, Ever Do in Azerbaijan
- Don’t forget to register with the State Migration Service.
- Don’t speak about Armenia.
- Don’t bring anything Armenian into the country.
- Don’t litter.
- Don’t say negative things about Azerbaijan to locals.
- Don’t be rude to women.
- Don’t take a taxi from the airport.
Can you wear shorts in Baku?
In Baku local and foreign women usually dress in western-style clothing. It is now more acceptable for men in Baku to wear shorts in the summer months but outside of Baku it can be frowned upon and attract unwelcome attention.
Do they speak English in Azerbaijan?
Most people in Azerbaijan can’t speak English, which means you’ll need to know a phrase or two if you want to get away from the touristy areas. Russian is the second language and speaking a few words will go a long way when travelling in the Caucasus and Eastern Europe.