Azerbaijan · Geological Wonders

3-Hour Ateshgah and Yanar Dagh Tour from Baku

3 Hours Round trip from Baku Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Marvel at the historic Ateshgah Fire Temple
02 Feel the heat at the burning mountain, Yanar Dagh
03 Learn why Azerbaijan is called 'The Land of Fire'
04 Explore two of Absheron's most famous fire-related landmarks

Go on this tour to visit the famous sites of Baku, including Yanar Dagh, a mountain with its famous 'burning' look, and the Ateshgah Fire Temple. Learn why Azerbaijan is called 'The Land of Fire' as you explore these remarkable landmarks on the Absheron Peninsula.

Today, it is the only place where you can see this unique natural phenomenon - natural gas emerging at the surface and feeding the flames that give the mountain its name.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Baku, Absheron

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Ateshgah Fire Temple and Yanar Dagh

Meet your tour guide at the agreed-upon location in Baku.
Start your journey by heading to the Ateshgah Fire Temple, literally meaning "Fire House," located 30 km from the city centre on the south-eastern outskirts of the Absheron Peninsula. It has been revered at different times by Zoroastrians, Hindus, and Sikhs. The current temple structures date back to the 17th century, and excavations here have uncovered far more ancient artefacts, which you will get to witness.
Proceed to Yanar Dagh. The word "Yanar" in the Azeri language means "burning," and "Dagh" means "mountain." Today, it is the only place where you can see this unique natural phenomenon - natural gas emerging at the surface and feeding the flames that give the mountain its name.