About this experience
A prestigious global brand - the Swedish surname Nobel is closely connected to Baku, the first oil boom, as well as the culture and history of our people. On this auto-pedestrian excursion, you will realize the importance of the company created here by the famous brothers and discover little-known facts about their activities in Baku. And the architectural masterpieces will serve as illustrations to my story.
What to expect
We will talk about the life and development of Baku during the first oil boom. We will visit the only museum of the Nobel brothers outside of Sweden and delve into the adventures of the first foreign oil production company established in the Russian Empire. The company 'Br. Nobel' chose an image of the fire-worshipper temple in Absheron as its logo and symbol. The first oil tanker for oil spills was named... 'Zoroastre'. And the clock with a symbolic image, made by the Faberge firm for the Nobels, became the most expensive item in the history of Sweden sold at an auction. You will hear about these and other amazing details at our meeting.
Travel plan
- One of the largest lakes in Azerbaijan (of relict origin)
- Magnificent buildings constructed by Polish architects in the 19th century, and modern architectural masterpieces
- Upland park, where you can enjoy an unforgettable panoramic view of the city - 'Baku Amphitheater'
- Flame Towers and Alley of Honor
- Seaside Boulevard and Baku Venice
- Crystal Hall, the venue of Eurovision 2012, and the State Flag Square with a flagpole listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the tallest in the world
- Fountains Square and Nizami Street (famous Trading)
- Mansions of former 19th-century oil magnates and Molokan Garden
- Mugham Center and Carpet Museum
- Baku Funicular and the fantastic Heydar Aliyev Center, designed by architect Zaha Hadid
- And much more
You will get acquainted with the architectural achievements of the 19th-20th centuries, as well as modern Azerbaijan, which have taken place over the past 15 years.
Organizational details
- Transfer is included in the tour price
- Additional expenses: museum tickets and insurance (optional)
- Bring a water bottle and sunglasses with you
