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Azerbaijan Carpet Museum

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Azerbaijan Carpet Museum

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    1. Baku Seaside Boulevard – Azerbaijan Carpet Museum loop from Bakı Dəmiryol Stansiyası

    10.7km

    02:44

    40m

    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    September 15, 2023

    The shell-shaped building is the largest shopping center in Baku. Shopping is the order of the day here.

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      7 days ago

      The Azerbaijan Carpet Museum, located in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, is a unique museum dedicated to the rich and centuries-old tradition of Azerbaijani carpet weaving. Opened in 1967, the museum aims to showcase the history, development, and diversity of this art form.

      Key Features and Information:

      Architecture: The museum building is a work of art in itself, designed by Austrian architect Franz Janz. Its striking design, inspired by a rolled-up carpet, stands along Baku's coast.

      Collection: The museum's collection comprises over 10,000 items, including carpets from various periods and regions, as well as works of art made of metal, ceramic, glass, and wood. The carpets in the collection date from the Bronze Age to the present day.

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        Azerbaijani carpets are renowned for their craftsmanship and unique patterns, which often tell stories about the country's history and culture. The carpets are woven using various techniques and natural dyes.

        ​UNESCO Heritage: The art of Azerbaijani carpet weaving is included in the UNESCO List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

        ​Activities: In addition to the permanent exhibition, the museum also organizes temporary exhibitions, workshops, and lectures on carpet art and other folk arts.

        ​Location: The museum is located in Baku at Mikayıl Useynov Avenue, 28.

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