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Yanar Dag: Azerbaijan's Burning Mountain

Witness the eternal flames of Yanar Dag, a natural wonder and historical site just a short trip from Baku, Azerbaijan.

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Yanar Dag, meaning 'Burning Mountain,' is a mesmerizing natural gas fire that continuously burns on a hillside on the Absheron Peninsula near Baku. This unique attraction offers a captivating spectacle, especially at night, drawing visitors to witness the eternal flames.

A brief summary to Yanar dağ

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

Local tips

  • Visit in the evening or at night for the most captivating view of the flames against the dark sky.
  • Wear appropriate clothing and footwear, as the heat from the flames can be intense.
  • Bring water and snacks, as there are limited facilities on-site.
  • Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly, as Yanar Dag is an outdoor site.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From Baku city center, take the Baku Metro to Koroglu Station. From there, catch bus number 217 to Yanar Dag. The bus ride takes approximately 40 minutes. A BakiKart is required to pay for the bus. The metro and bus fare is 0.50 AZN each. From the Yanar Dag bus stop, a short walk or taxi ride is needed to reach the site.

  • Taxi/Ride-Sharing

    Taxis or ride-sharing services like Uber or Bolt are readily available in Baku. A taxi ride from the city center to Yanar Dag typically takes 30-40 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 25 km. It's advisable to agree on the fare with the driver before the journey. Expect to pay around 8-12 AZN for a one-way trip.

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Yanar Dag, or Burning Mountain, is a natural wonder located about 25 kilometers northeast of Baku. This extraordinary site features a 10-meter-long wall of fire that continuously blazes along a hillside, fueled by natural gas seeping from the earth. The দৃশ্য is most spectacular at night, when the flames dance against the dark sky. Geological changes thousands of years ago led to the formation of Yanar Dag. The hillside is rich in natural gas deposits, and a fault in the earth's crust allows the gas to escape and ignite. The flames, reaching up to 3 meters in height, are a sight to behold. Yanar Dag holds cultural and historical significance. For centuries, it has been a pilgrimage site for locals, with the eternal flame symbolizing the country's natural wealth. Fire is believed to have healing powers, and the mountain is considered a sacred place. Some scholars suggest the site was used for ancient fire worship, particularly by Zoroastrians who revered fire as a symbol of purity and divinity. Venetian traveler Marco Polo and French writer Alexandre Dumas both wrote about the flames they witnessed on the Absheron Peninsula. Today, Yanar Dag is a protected historical preserve where archeological studies are conducted. Visitors can explore a modern museum and an open-air Cromlex stone exhibition. A short distance from the mountain, a weak active volcano called Gotur Bulaq excretes a mud and sulfur water mix, believed to have curative properties for skin diseases.

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