Azerbaijan is a country located in the South Caucasus region of Eurasia, bordered by Russia to the north, Georgia to the northwest, Armenia to the west, Iran to the south, and the Caspian Sea to the east. It is a country with a rich history, culture, and heritage, with influences from both Eastern Europe and Western Asia.
The capital of Azerbaijan is Baku, which is the largest city in the country and serves as its economic, cultural, and political center. The city is home to many historical and cultural landmarks, such as the Old City, the Maiden Tower, and the Palace of the Shirvanshahs.
The official language of Azerbaijan is Azerbaijani, which is a Turkic language spoken by around 92% of the population. The country’s primary currency is the Azerbaijani manat.
Azerbaijan is known for its rich oil and gas reserves, which have helped to fuel its economy and transform it into a modern, industrialized nation. The country is also known for its traditional carpet weaving, which has been designated as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
The local time in Azerbaijan is four hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC+4), which is also known as Azerbaijan Standard Time. The country has one major international airport, Heydar Aliyev International Airport, which is located in Baku. The flight time from the UK to Baku is approximately 6 hours and 30 minutes. The airport address is Heydar Aliyev International Airport, Bina International Airport, Baku AZ1044, Azerbaijan.