Gobustan Absheron Tour
$42.00
$36.00
Embark on a full-day guided adventure that showcases the highlights of Azerbaijan’s rich geological, cultural, and historical heritage. This Gobustan-Absheron tour is perfect for travelers seeking a blend of natural wonder and ancient history — all in a single unforgettable journey.
1. Bibi-Heybat & the First Oil Well in the World
Start your day at the birthplace of the global oil industry. Located in Baku's Bibi-Heybat district, this site is home to the world’s first mechanically drilled oil well (1846), which predates the famous Drake Well in the U.S. by more than a decade. The surrounding landscape filled with oil rigs was even featured in the James Bond film The World Is Not Enough, making it a site of both historical and cinematic significance.
2. Mud Volcanoes
Next, experience Azerbaijan’s unique natural phenomenon — the mud volcanoes. The otherworldly scenery and active bubbling craters are both eerie and fascinating. Local legends speak of djinns and magical spirits said to inhabit the area. The landscape here offers incredible photography opportunities and a feeling of walking on the moon.
3. Natural History Exhibition
Within the Mud Volcano Tourism Complex, visit a fascinating Natural History Exhibition. The displays include over 900 insect specimens, dozens of preserved animals, and rare paleontological finds. This stop adds an educational touch to the adventure and helps visitors better understand the region’s biodiversity and geology.
4. Gobustan National Reserve & Petroglyphs
A UNESCO World Heritage site, Gobustan is home to thousands of prehistoric rock carvings left by early humans. As you walk the same ground as ancient tribes, your guide will interpret scenes of hunting, rituals, and daily life. The adjoining museum offers interactive exhibits that deepen your understanding of Paleolithic life and cultural evolution.
5. Lunch in Baku
Returning to the capital, enjoy a relaxing break at a cozy city-center restaurant named “Baku,” located in a green park. You’ll be served a three-course Azerbaijani lunch including national dishes and fragrant tea in armudu (pear-shaped) glasses.
6. Ateshgah Fire Temple
Continue your day with a visit to Ateshgah, the Zoroastrian Temple of Fire. Built by fire-worshippers in the 17th century on a natural gas vent, this temple was once a major site of pilgrimage. Learn about the spiritual significance of eternal flames in pre-Islamic religion.
7. Yanardag – The Burning Mountain
End the day at one of Azerbaijan’s most iconic natural landmarks — Yanardag, where fire has been blazing from the mountainside for centuries due to underground gas reserves. From the observation deck, take in panoramic views of the Absheron Peninsula and marvel at the undying flames that define Azerbaijan as the Land of Fire.
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