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Rock Carvings and Eternal Fire: Ancient Wonders Tour
Qobustan
Explore ancient rock carvings, mud volcanoes, a Zoroastrian temple, and modern architecture on this guided Gobustan Absheron day trip.
Duration:
8 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Gobustan Rock Art - Gobustan Settlement: Discover one of the oldest human settlements, explore ancient caves, and view rock art dating back up to 20,000 years. This site is listed as a World Heritage site.
- Mud Volcanoes - Experience the continuously erupting mud volcanoes, found in only a few countries worldwide. These are beneficial for the skin, so remember to bring an empty bottle to collect some mud for free.
- Bibi-Heybat Mosque - Take a break here and capture some photos.
- Atashgah Zoroastrian Hindu Fire Temple - According to Persian and Indian inscriptions, this temple served as a place of worship for Hindus, Sikhs, and Zoroastrians. It was constructed during the 17th and 18th centuries.
- Yanardag State Historical, Cultural and Natural Reserve - Witness the natural gas fires that burn continuously, even in rain and snow, and learn about their odorless nature. These flames have been burning for over 10,000 years.
- Heydar Aliyev Cultural Center - Named the most beautiful building in 2015, designed by architect Zaha Hadid. We will stop for 20 minutes to take photos from the outside and provide information about the center, which operates as a museum. Admission to the center is not included in the tour cost.
What's Included
- Tour guide
- Bottled water
What's Not Included
- Gobustan rock art place admission ticket 10azn
- Temple of fire Atesgah and Burning mountain admission combo ticket 15 azn
- Haydar Aliyev Cultural Center Admission is not required only to visit outside the attraction
- Mud volcanos off road car 20 AZN cash
Additional Information
An opportunity to see unique rock carvings up to 20,000 years old, mud volcanoes rich in minerals from the depths of the earth, a Zoroastrian temple built in the 17th-18th centuries, and an eternal flame that has been burning for over 10,000 years. Additionally, you will have the chance to take pictures and learn about the Heydar Aliyev Center, one of the world’s most iconic modern buildings.
- The remaining hours is for the Travel time and Lunch hour.
- Anyone can Join
Location
Gobustan Rock Art
Gobustan Settlement - Garadagh District, 60 km South of Baku
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.