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Azerbaijan Carpet Museum: A Woven Legacy of Art and Culture

Explore Azerbaijan's cultural heritage at the Carpet Museum in Baku, home to a stunning collection of traditional and contemporary carpets.

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The Azerbaijan Carpet Museum in Baku showcases the country's rich carpet-weaving heritage. Housed in a striking building shaped like a rolled carpet, the museum features a vast collection of Azerbaijani carpets and other applied arts, reflecting the nation's history, traditions, and artistry.

A brief summary to Azerbaijan Carpet Museum

  • Tuesday 10 am-6 pm
  • Wednesday 10 am-6 pm
  • Thursday 10 am-6 pm
  • Friday 10 am-6 pm
  • Saturday 11 am-7 pm
  • Sunday 11 am-7 pm

Local tips

  • Visit on a weekday to avoid crowds and have a more relaxed experience.
  • Check for special exhibitions and events to enhance your visit.
  • Take a guided tour to learn more about the history and symbolism of Azerbaijani carpets.
  • Photography is allowed, but flash is prohibited.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From Icherisheher Metro Station (Red Line), it's approximately a 15-minute walk to the Azerbaijan Carpet Museum. Alternatively, several buses (e.g., routes 5, 6, 8, 32) stop near the museum. A single metro or bus fare costs 0.30 AZN with a BakuCard, which costs 2 AZN.

  • Taxi/Ride-Share

    Taxis and ride-sharing services like Bolt and Yandex Taxi are readily available throughout Baku. A short taxi ride from the city center typically costs between 4-6 AZN, but be sure to confirm the fare or ensure the meter is running before you set off.

  • Driving

    If driving, set your GPS to 28 Mikayıl Hüseynov Prospekti, Baku. Street parking is available near the museum, but it can be limited, especially during peak hours. Parking fees vary, but expect to pay around 1-2 AZN per hour.

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Located on Baku's scenic seaside boulevard, the Azerbaijan Carpet Museum is dedicated to preserving and celebrating Azerbaijan's rich carpet-weaving heritage. Established in 1967, the museum has evolved into a modern architectural marvel shaped like a rolled carpet, designed by Austrian architect Franz Janz and inaugurated in 2014. This distinctive design symbolizes the central role carpets play in Azerbaijani culture. The museum's collection boasts over 6,000 items, including carpets from various regions and historical periods, as well as metalwork, ceramics, textiles, and jewelry. Visitors can explore the diverse world of Azerbaijani carpets, discovering the unique characteristics of different weaving schools and the symbolism embedded in their designs. The exhibits showcase a wide range of carpet types, from pile carpets with intricate knots and vibrant colors to flat-woven carpets with geometric patterns and bold designs. The museum serves as a research, training, and cultural-educational center, hosting exhibitions, international symposiums, and conferences. It aims to preserve and popularize the ancient art of carpet weaving, a tradition recognized by UNESCO as a Masterpiece of Intangible Heritage.

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