General Country Information ๐
| Capital | Baku |
| Country | Azerbaijan |
| Currency | Azerbaijani manat |
| Main religion | Islam |
In numbersโฆ ๐
| Female | 50.7% |
| Gdp | $44.5 billion |
| Size | 86,600 sq km |
| Population | 10.2 million |
| Population density | 118 people per sq km |
| Kids per female | 1.72 |
| City population | 55.4% |
Weather โ
| Winter | 4โC |
| Summer | 25โC |
Language and Education ๐ฌ
| Main Language | Azerbaijani |
| Population able to read | 99.8% |
| Population with a college degree | 13.4% |
| Population able to speak english | 1.6% |
Well-being ๐
| Air quality | 52 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | no |
Safety ๐ฎ
| LGBT friendly? | No |
| Crime | 3.5/10 |
Transportation โ๏ธ
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | Azerbaijan Airlines |
| Main airport | Heydar Aliyev International Airport |
Costs and Prices ๐ค
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods ๐ฐ
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $0.5 |
| Cigarettes | $1.5 |
| Burger | $2 |
| Coffee | $1 |
| Beer | $1 |
Accomedation Costs ๐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $300/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $40/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $100/night |
Transportation Costs ๐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $5/10km |
| Petrol | $0.70/l |
| Rental car | $30/day |
| Public transportation | $2/daypass |
| Bike rental | $5/day |
Taxes ๐ธ
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 14% |
| Vat | 18% |
Average Income ๐ผ
| Income | $2500 |
Tipping ๐๏ธ
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10-15% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10-15% |
| Coffeeshop | 10-15% |
| Services | 10-15% |
Digital ๐ค
| Internet speed | 20.3/MBits |
| Tld | .az |
| Free wifi | 7/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 75.8% |
| Phone mobile data | $10 for 10GB |
Electricity ๐
| Power grid | 99.9% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type F, Type C |
Shopping ๐
Opening Times ๐ฐ
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 6:00 PM |
| Opening times | 10:00 AM |
Most popular Stores ๐ช
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Kaspi.az |
| Supermarket | Bravo |
| Pharmacy | Aptek |
| Drugstore | Aptek 36.6 |
Fun and Relaxation ๐
Bars and Nightlife ๐บ
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | 2:00 AM |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 7/10 |
| Bars | 8/10 |
Parks and leisure ๐ข
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 6/10 |
| Public Parks | 8/10 |
| Swimming | 7/10 |
Sports โฝ
| Most popular Sport | Football |
Food ๐๏ธ
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Plov | A traditional rice dish with meat, vegetables, and spices | 5-10 |
| Dolma | Stuffed grape leaves or vegetables with rice, meat, and herbs | 3-5 |
| Qutab | A thin, crispy flatbread filled with meat, cheese, or vegetables | 2-3 |
| Lavangi | Stuffed fish with walnuts, pomegranate seeds, and herbs | 8-12 |
| Shakh plov | A festive rice dish with saffron, dried fruits, and nuts | 10-15 |
| Bozbash | A lamb and vegetable soup | 4-6 |
| Khash | A traditional soup made with sheepโs head and feet | 3-5 |
| Chikhirtma | A chicken and egg soup with herbs | 4-6 |
| Dovga | A yogurt-based soup with herbs and vegetables | 3-5 |
Drinks ๐ป๏ธ
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Ayran | Fermented dairy drink made from yogurt | 0.50 |
| Sherbet | Sweet, non-alcoholic fruit drink | 1.00 |
| Boza | Fermented millet drink | 1.50 |
| Tea | Black tea, often served with sugar and lemon | 0.75 |
| Coffee | Turkish coffee, strong and bitter | 1.00 |
| Rakฤฑ | Anise-flavored liquor | 2.00 |
| Vodka | Clear, distilled spirit | 2.50 |
| Wine | Azerbaijan produces a variety of red, white, and rosรฉ wines | 3.00 |
| Beer | Azerbaijan has several local beer brands, including Xirdalan and Baltika | 2.00 |
Souvenirs ๐
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Carpets | Hand-woven rugs with intricate designs, often featuring traditional motifs | $50-$500+ |
| ะะตะปะฐะณะฐะธ (Kelagai) | Traditional Azerbaijani headscarves with vibrant colors and patterns | $10-$50 |
| Copperware | Decorative and functional items made of copper, such as plates, vases, and jewelry | $15-$100 |
| Ceramics | Hand-painted pottery with traditional Azerbaijani designs | $10-$50 |
| Tea sets | Intricately designed tea sets made of porcelain or metal | $20-$100 |
| Miniature musical instruments | Small-scale replicas of traditional Azerbaijani musical instruments, such as the tar and kamancha | $10-$50 |
| Dolls in national costumes | Dolls dressed in traditional Azerbaijani clothing | $15-$50 |
| Honey | Locally produced honey with a unique flavor | $10-$20 per jar |
| Saffron | A spice with a distinctive flavor and aroma, grown in Azerbaijan | $20-$50 per gram |
| Caviar | A delicacy made from the eggs of Caspian Sea sturgeon | $100-$1,000+ per ounce |
Holidays ๐น
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Yearโs Day | January 1 | Celebrates the beginning of the new year |
| Victory Day | January 20 | Commemorates the victory of Azerbaijan in the Nagorno-Karabakh War |
| International Womenโs Day | March 8 | Celebrates the achievements of women |
| Novruz Bayram | March 20-21 | Celebrates the arrival of spring |
| Labour Day | May 1 | Celebrates the achievements of workers |
| Republic Day | May 28 | Commemorates the establishment of the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic |
| National Salvation Day | June 15 | Commemorates the return of Heydar Aliyev to power in 1993 |
| Armed Forces Day | June 26 | Celebrates the achievements of the Azerbaijani Armed Forces |
| Independence Day | October 18 | Commemorates the independence of Azerbaijan from the Soviet Union |
| Victory Day | November 8 | Commemorates the victory of Azerbaijan in the Second Karabakh War |
| Constitution Day | November 12 | Commemorates the adoption of the Constitution of Azerbaijan |
| National Unity Day | November 17 | Celebrates the unity of the Azerbaijani people |
News ๐ฐ
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | Yeni Mรผsavat |
| Online news | AzNews.az |
| Tv | Ictimai Television |
| Radio | ARB 107 FM |