7 Offbeat Things To Do In Baku

Baku, the capital city of Azerbaijan, is a captivating urban centre located at the renowned crossroads where Europe meets Asia. This enchanting city serves as a magnificent gateway showcasing the diverse and awe-inspiring marvels of both continents. Baku enchanted me with its splendid architecture and gardens adorned with a profusion of oleander blooms, their colours brightening the arid landscape. Oleander graced the wayside, well-tended gardens and the front yards of quaint houses, spreading their mild fragrance. Wine grapes festooned charming homes, their tiny green clusters promising future plump, purple fruit. I chased this floral and vinous beauty with my camera, though no frame could capture the essence of their visual grandeur or the joy they brought to my heart. As the great poet Ralph Waldo Emerson wrote, "The earth laughs in flowers." Here are some interesting and offbeat things you can do in this incredible destination.