Ateshgah Fire Temple and Yanardag Fire Mountain Private Tour

Learn about Zoroastrians in Azerbaijan who lived here for around 300 years. Visit the site that was revered by the Baku-based Hindu community related to Sikhs. Admire the pentagonal complex with an altar in the center which was the place of pilgrimage for worshippers.
Travel to one of the most famous and popular tourist places in Azerbaijan, Yanardag and see a natural gas fire that blazes continuously on a hillside on the Absheron Peninsula on the Caspian Sea near Baku. Discover the natural wonder of the state-protected conservation area of the mountain Yanar Dag.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Ateshgah - Fire Temple, Surakhani, Baku Azerbaijan

After the meeting the guests from the hotel or defined meeting point,
our first visit is the ancient Zoroastrian Ateshgah Temple, a former holy place for fire-worshippers. The pentagonal complex, which has a courtyard surrounded by cells for monks and a tetrapillar-altar in the middle. It was abandoned in the late 19th century, probably due to the dwindling of the Indian population in the area.
The Temple of Fire "Ateshgah" was nominated for List of World Heritage Sites, On December 19, 2007 and was declared a state historical-architectural reserve.

The distance fom the city centre to the Fire Temple is 30 minutes way by car. We spend 1 hour here and heading to Fire Mountain

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Yanar Dag, The Village of Mammadli, Baku 0125 Azerbaijan

Round off the day with a visit to Yanardag, a natural gas fire that blazes continuously on a hillside on the Absheron Peninsula. Yanar Dag flame burns fairly steadily, as it involves a steady seep of gas from the subsurface. There is no mud or liquid flowing, which distinguishes it from the nearby mud volcanoes of Lokbatan or Gobustan.

Road trip from Fire Temple to Fire Mountain is about 50 minutes distance by car. Guests will spend 30 -60 minutes with explanation and visiting large area. The planned tour program is concluded here and returning back to the first meeting point or hotel at the city center. Total tour duration will take 3 to 4 hours.

Duration: 30 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infant seats available"
"Most travelers can participate"
"The pickup time is already included on the total duration of the product."
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Duration: 3 To 4 Hours
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
One day before our representative or guide will contact you and get the location of your hotel or any accommodation in Baku.

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

Included

• Professional English-speaking guide
• Air-conditioned vehicle

Not Included

• Food and Drinks
• Entry/Admission - Fire Temple and Fire Mountain. Est. combo ticket price is 9 USD per person

Facilities