Gobustan Rock Art Cultural Landscape: Echoes of the Past
Explore ancient rock art, mud volcanoes, and musical stones at this UNESCO World Heritage Site near Baku, revealing Azerbaijan's rich history.
Journey back millennia at Gobustan Rock Art Cultural Landscape, a UNESCO World Heritage site showcasing over 6,000 ancient petroglyphs. These rock engravings vividly depict the lives, rituals, and environment of early humans in the region, offering a unique glimpse into a bygone era. Located about 60 km southwest of Baku, it's a must-see for history and archaeology enthusiasts.
A brief summary to Gobustan Rock Art Cultural Landscape
- 496H+H9C, Qobustan, AZ
- +994125446627
- Visit website
- Monday 10 am-5 pm
- Tuesday 10 am-5 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-5 pm
- Thursday 10 am-5 pm
- Friday 10 am-5 pm
- Saturday 9 am-5 pm
- Sunday 9 am-5 pm
Local tips
- Wear comfortable shoes as you'll be walking on rocky terrain to explore the petroglyphs.
- Bring sunscreen, a hat, and water, especially during the summer months, as the area can be hot and dry.
- Consider visiting the nearby mud volcanoes for a unique geological experience.
- Visit the on-site museum to learn more about the history and significance of the rock art.
- Allocate at least 1-2 hours to fully explore the site.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Baku, take bus 125 southbound from Azneft Square to the Karvansaray Shopping Centre (0.40 AZN). Then, cross the road to Bina Shopping Centre and board bus 195 southbound (1.30 AZN) to Gobustan House of Culture in Gobustan town. From there, a local taxi to the Gobustan Rock Art Cultural Landscape costs approximately 12 AZN.
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Taxi
A taxi directly from Baku to Gobustan costs approximately 30-40 AZN and takes around 1 hour. Negotiate the price beforehand. Some taxi drivers may wait and return you to Baku, but agree on a price before commencing the journey.
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