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Baku, a Blend of History
andModernity
In recent period, Baku is getting increasingly known as the venue of international conferences, festivals and con-
tests. A host to a number of serious events, Baku is assuming the role of a recognized international hub for in-
tercultural dialogue, a place bridging civilizations and a capital of the state known for its tolerance. Each interna-
tional forum provides another valuable contribution to the process of mutual understanding among the nations.
Signature architectural landmarks and sites of Baku and adjacent areas like the Maiden Tower, the rock
carvings in Gobustan, the Fire Temple of Atashgah, the Shirvanshah Royal Palace, the State Philharmonic