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Azerbaijan Carpet Museum: A Woven Legacy

Explore Azerbaijan's rich cultural heritage through its exquisite carpets and traditional crafts at the iconic Carpet Museum in Baku.

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The Azerbaijan Carpet Museum in Baku showcases the country's rich carpet weaving traditions, displaying a vast collection of historical and contemporary carpets and applied art. Housed in a building shaped like a rolled carpet, it's a unique cultural landmark on the Baku Boulevard.

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 during the spring (April-June) or autumn (September-November) for pleasant weather and fewer crowds.
  • Check the museum's website for information on temporary exhibitions, workshops, and guided tours.
  • Photography is allowed, but flash is prohibited.
  • Explore the museum shop for unique, handmade souvenirs, such as mini carpets, keychains, and scarves.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    From Baku Boulevard, the Azerbaijan Carpet Museum is easily accessible on foot. Stroll along the waterfront promenade, enjoying views of the Caspian Sea. The museum's distinctive rolled-carpet shape is visible from a distance, guiding you directly to its entrance. The walk is approximately 10-15 minutes from the International Mugham Center.

  • Public Transport

    To reach the Azerbaijan Carpet Museum via public transport, take the Baku Metro to Icheri Sheher station. From the station, it's a 10-minute walk to the museum. Alternatively, several bus routes stop near the Baku Boulevard, a short walk from the museum. A single metro or bus fare costs 0.30-0.50 AZN, payable via BakiKart.

  • Taxi

    Taxis are readily available throughout Baku and offer a convenient way to reach the Azerbaijan Carpet Museum. A short taxi ride from the city center or a major landmark like Fountain Square typically costs between 3-7 AZN, depending on traffic and distance. Ride-sharing apps like Uber and Bolt are also available, with slightly higher base fares.

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Discover more about Azerbaijan Carpet Museum

The Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum, established in 1967, is dedicated to the preservation, research, and exhibition of Azerbaijan's exquisite carpets and applied arts. It holds the largest collection of Azerbaijani carpets in the world, representing various weaving techniques and materials. The museum's collection includes over 10,000 items, including ceramics, metalwork, jewelry, textiles, and carpets dating from the 17th to the 20th centuries. The museum's current building, opened in 2014, is an architectural marvel designed by Austrian architect Franz Janz to resemble a rolled carpet, symbolizing the museum's dedication to this traditional art form. Inside, exhibits are arranged chronologically and regionally, highlighting the unique patterns and techniques from different areas of Azerbaijan, such as Guba, Shirvan, Tabriz and Karabakh. Visitors can explore flat-woven and pile carpets, national costumes, embroideries, and metalwork, gaining insight into the cultural significance of carpet weaving in Azerbaijan. The museum not only displays carpets but also revives ancient weaving techniques and promotes Azerbaijani carpet weaving art through international exhibitions, conferences and workshops. It serves as a cultural hub, offering educational programs and guided tours in multiple languages. The museum is located on Baku Boulevard, offering scenic views of the Caspian Sea. Noteworthy artifacts include the 17th-century Tabriz rug "Ovchulug" and the Karabakh rug "Dragon Carpet," as well as the 18th-century "Khila Afshan" carpet. The museum also displays carpets from the Shusha Museum that were rescued during the Karabakh War.

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