Azerbaijan is known for so many exciting and unique things. The country is a surreal example of how a place can move ahead with the fast-paced enhancements of the world whilst preserving and glorifying its history and culture. As you move from one location to the other, you will experience drastic changes in architecture as well as dramatic changes in the landscape. 

The number of Azerbaijan tour packages has risen rapidly in the last few years. The country accommodates budget travelers as well as elite-class tourists, it is a very friendly and welcoming environment that caters to anyone and everyone. 

A very well-preserved gem of Azerbaijan, that tops the list of all Azerbaijan travel packages is the Gobustan National Park and Nitsa Holidays is here to tell you why.

Gobustan National Park is the house of some of the rare and ancient rock paintings, mud volcanoes musical stones, and diverse flora and fauna. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to encounter and experience the creativity of humans who lived approximately 20,000 years before you! How can anybody miss such an iconic place in their Azerbaijan Vacation Package? 

Location

Located in Gobustan, at the foothill of the Great Caucasian Mountains and 60 km away from the capital city of Baku is the Gobustan National Park. 

What Can You Expect 

This park has some of the most breathtaking wonders of nature within itself. From rock carvings and mud volcanoes to museums and a fire temple, a trip to this park is a dream for historians and children. 

Things to See

♦ Gobustan Rock- With over 4000 paintings of humans, animals, birds, and hunting scenes, the Gobustan Rock is a history and art lesson that will entice you. You get to see a glimpse of how your ancestors lived and survived in the olden days. 

♦ Gaval Dash- Gobustan National Park has 4 unique musical instruments and one of them is the Gaval Dash. Sounding like a tambourine when struck with smaller stones, this natural phenomenon is a crowd-pleaser, especially amongst the young ones. 

♦ Mud Volcanoes- Another magical natural phenomenon, these mud volcanoes appear to be bubbling away and entertaining the visitors. Instead of being scared, visitors choose to take a dip in it sometimes or just simply watch and learn, they’re both equally amazing experiences!

♦ Yanar Dag- Be enchanted by the eternally glowing flames of the gasoline on Yanar Dag. Also known as the Burning Mountain, this is a sight that cannot be forgotten. 

♦ Gobustan Rock Art Cultural Landscape Museum- Expand your knowledge about the park even further with shows and tours briefly explaining the mysteries of this place. 

Points to Remember 

♦ Wear comfortable clothes and shoes for the exploration and walking 

♦ Carry mosquito repellent and sunscreen 

♦ Carry your food and water

How to Reach

This park is easily accessible from the capital city of Baku through taxis and public transportation which take about 2 hours. 

Opening Hours

9 AM - 5 PM

Price

INR 200/- per person 

Best Time to Visit

April - May or September - October 

Be it a historian or a scientist, a family or a couple, a photographer or a writer, the Gobustan National Park has the potential to capture everybody’s attention and interest. Hundreds and hundreds of visitors come from all around the world to witness this beautifully created and preserved piece of art and history. 

Let Nitsa Holidays be your guide through this thrilling and exciting journey of this rare and unique experience. You can find the best deals with us for your Azerbaijan Tour Package!