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📍  Atashgah Zoroastrian Fire Temple

✈️  Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)

🚗  10.1 KM

⏱️  14 minutes

The Atashgah Zoroastrian Fire Temple, a historic religious complex near Baku, Azerbaijan, is easily accessible by taxi or public transport from the city center. Visitors can explore the site independently with informative plaques, though a guided tour is recommended for deeper historical and religious insights. It is open year-round, with spring and autumn offering the most pleasant weather for a visit. The entrance fee is typically low, usually a few Azerbaijani Manats. A visit usually takes 1 to 2 hours, allowing ample time to appreciate its unique architecture and the significance of its 'eternal flame.' This fascinating site, once a place of worship for Zoroastrians and later Hindus, offers a compelling glimpse into the region's ancient spiritual heritage and is often combined with a trip to Yanar Dag.