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What are the places worth visiting in Baku?

Baku Maiden Tower

Baku Maiden Tower is located in the center of the old city of Baku, next to the seaside. It is part of the Khan Palace complex built in the 12th century. The whole tower is 27 meters high and has an 8-story cylindrical shape. Each floor can accommodate more than 50 people. There is a well inside, and the water in the well is cool and sweet all year round. Features: There are defense facilities on each floor of the tower, which can pour hot molten lead or drop burning oil torches.

Lagodeshi Nature Reserve

Lagodeshi Nature Reserve is located in the northwest of Azerbaijan, on the border with Russia, and to the south is Zakataly. Features: The nature reserve is large in area. Forests and plains intertwine in the reserve, forming beautiful landscapes. There are various rare animals and plants in the reserve, making it a tourist destination.

Guliancha Nature Reserve

It is located in the Azerbaijan State Directly Administered Territory, with Agdash in the south and Mingacheur Reservoir in the west. Features: The reserve is large in area, densely forested, and rich in wild animals and plants.

The Baku Islands

Located on the Caspian Sea in eastern Azerbaijan, it consists of a number of small islands, starting from the Aliat Sea in the north to Kurkossa in the south. Features: Small islands are distributed in groups, with beautiful and charming scenery. There are various coral reefs, and various types of birds gather on each small island.

Shirvan Nature Reserve

Shirvan Nature Reserve is located in the east of Azerbaijan, connected to the Caspian Sea. To the east is the Baku Islands, which belongs to the Salyany region. Features: The nature reserve has low terrain, rich mineral resources, numerous wild animals and beautiful scenery.

Mugan Plain

The Mugan Plain is located in southern Azerbaijan. The entire area is irrigated by the river system. The soil is fertile, agricultural products are abundant, and animal husbandry is developed. There are a few hill. Features: The scenery here is beautiful and charming. The Rūd-Kür River presents a huge "ji" character, shining with dazzling light under the spring sun.