Not quite as old as that (but pretty ancient nonetheless) is Baku’s Maiden Tower. Constructed in the 11th to 12th century, this relic and famous symbol of the city is now a UNESCO World Heritage ...

For lovers of architecture, Azerbaijan’s capital city, Baku, hosts an incredible range of man-made wonders, old and new. The diverse mix of influences from both east and west has produced a city ...

BAKU - In the imaginations of Azerbaijani poets and playwrights, the Maiden Tower, or Qiz Qalasi, looms large with the famous legend of the princess who was locked in the tower, a la Rapunzel.

The capital Baku, for example, lies on the shores of the Caspian sea and is home to UNESCO World Heritage Sites - the Palace of the Shirvanahs and the Maiden Tower. Alongside are modern ...