United Nation Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific Transport and Tourism Division

Azerbaijan

Baku (AH5) Located on the western shore of the Caspian Sea, Baku is one of Azerbaijan's largest cities. Its old town has a picturesque maze of narrow alleys and ancient buildings. A major cultural and educational center, Baku also has a flourishing industry related to the production of oil-industry equipment.

Ganja (AH5) Ganja is one of the most ancient towns of Azerbaijan and its second most important city. It is dotted with a number of historic monuments such as the Imamzada tomb and complex, mosque of Albanians, Ganja Gates, Dar-us-Soltan Palace, bath-houses and caravanserais. To the south of city is the azure Blue Lake.