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.
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.
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.
Mystic Ateshgah And Yanar Dag Tour - Baku
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Tour Information
Key Details
- Mobile Voucher Accepted
- Hotel pickup Available
- Duration: 3 Hrs
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Language:
English
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Departure Time :
12pm
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Return Details :
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
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Cancellation Policy : This activity is non-refundable Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.
Overview
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.
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Itinerary:
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.
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.
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.
Inclusions
- Local professional English speaking guide
- All Fees and Taxes
- Entrance tickets
- Transportation to Ateshgah, Burning Mountain (Yanar Dagh) and back to the starting point
Exclusions
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if not requested beforehand)
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Traveler Reviews
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Arif was our guide on a half-day tour to the burning mountain and temples. He was excellent. Arif was knowledgeable, informative and a lovely guy to spend time with. Very polite and professional.
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Unser Guide war sehr sympathisch, professionell und sehr kompetent!! Wir hatten eine tolle Zeit, können diese Tour wärmstens weiterempfehlen!! Darüber hinaus war unser Fahrer ebenfalls sehr gut. :)) liebe Grüße 🖖
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The driver and his companion dropped us at the two sites and left us with local good English speaking guides
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I landed in Baku without a plan and these guys saved my entire trip. I booked two tours - one for Yanardag and the other for Gobustan. My guides were Shahin and Seymur. These two guys were excellent guides. I was comfortable and well taken care of the entire trip. Communication was great. Discussions were possible cause they are locals with excellent English - both written and spoken. Highly recommended especially for solo travellers because they were excellent company!
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The guide was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable and really keen to showcase the best of Azerbaijan. The temple complex was set out in a way that demonstrated aspects of Zoroastrianism and the fire mountain was incredible for its uniqueness.
The driver was good and also highlighted points of interest (e.g. the car rally and celebrations for VE Day). -
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Very quick and imformative trip to 2 interesting places. Yanar Dag - way worth of visit!!! Never seen such place in my life! ;)
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There is nothing to watch at yanardag. only little fire below hill and ateshgah fire is artifical has little muesum to see
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The guide was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable and really keen to showcase the best of Azerbaijan. The temple complex was set out in a way that demonstrated aspects of Zoroastrianism and the fire mountain was incredible for its uniqueness. The driver was good and also highlighted points of interest (e.g. the car rally and celebrations for VE Day).
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Very quick and imformative trip to 2 interesting places. Yanar Dag - way worth of visit!!! Never seen such place in my life! ;) Thank you
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Ateshgah is a fascinating historical site. It was a Zoroastrian temple and rest stop in the Caucasus, on the historic silk road, especially for Indian travellers. Indian motifs can be seen on some of the structures. It is located on a gas field and the natural gas flames add to its intrigue. Yanar Dag is, literally, a hill on fire. There are natural gas flames all over the hill. A unique natural phenomenon. Not to be missed.
