Walking The Streets Of Old City Baku

Baku likes to present itself as a cutting edge, modern metropolis on the Caspian Sea. All the new architecture says so. There is still an old, original core neighborhood, well preserved and a nice piece of history that is a refreshing diversion for visiting.

Imposing. The big Maiden Tower, kind of a Welcome to the Old City landmark.

A typical street, pedestrian sized, cobblestones, wood balcony, quaint. Another landmark, the Juma mosque.

The covered arcade of Bazar Square.

A little modern life in the old city, a giant mural. Birds and blossoms. A little ancient life, foundation remnants of a bathing complex.

On guard. Much of the old city sits within impressive, castle-like tall walls.