Mystic Ateshgah and Yanar Dag Tour

Mystic Ateshgah and Yanar Dag (Burning Mountain) 3-hour tour combines the full-day exploration of two ancient and historical places. These two attractions of Baku have been tied by culture and history for centuries. With your local guide, you will learn about history and further interesting facts and legends related to Ateshgah and Yanar Dag. Ateshgah, the fire temple of Indian fire-worshipers, is one of the most interesting and peculiar historical monuments located near Baku.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Ateshgah - Fire Temple, Сураханский район, Baku Azerbaijan

Your guide will pick you up either from Sahil or your accommodation (according to your preferences) and start heading to the ancient Zoroastrian temple "Ateshgah" which is considered as an authentic Azerbaijani exotic site to visit. It is located approximately 30 km from the center of Baku in the suburb called Surakhany. You will learn a lot about the temple from your guide, particularly, more about the history of creation of such a temple in Baku and unique natural phenomenon of burning natural gas outlets.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Yanardag State Historical, Cultural and Natural Reserve, The village of Mammadli Absheron Peninsula, Baku 0125 Azerbaijan

In the second part of visit, after visiting the temple you will go directly to "Yanar Dag" (Burning Mountain). It is the most famous and popular tourist site of the “eternal flame” in Azerbaijan. Actually, it is rather a hill than a mountain, with natural gas burning on its slope from ancient times.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Sahil Park, Uzeyir Hajibeyov St In Front Of Akhundov National Library, Baku Azerbaijan

The tour ends at the pickup point or preferred site in the city center. Your guide will provide you with all assistance and practical information to get the best out of your experience while in Baku.

Duration: 5 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infant seats available"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Duration: 3 Hours
Start location: Sahil st., Zarifa Aliyeva, Bakı, Azerbaijan
Traveler pickup is offered
If you'd like a hotel pickup, please specify your accommodation address during checkout.

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Local professional English speaking guide
• Transportation to Ateshgah, Burning Mountain (Yanar Dagh) and back to the starting point
• All Fees and Taxes
• Entrance tickets
• Entry/Admission - Ateshgah - Fire Temple
• Entry/Admission - Yanardag State Historical, Cultural and Natural Reserve

Not Included

• Food and drinks
• Hotel pickup and drop-off (if not requested beforehand)

Facilities