{"id":65491,"date":"2019-08-22T10:40:53","date_gmt":"2019-08-22T10:40:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zameen.com\/blog\/?p=65491"},"modified":"2019-08-22T10:40:54","modified_gmt":"2019-08-22T10:40:54","slug":"travelling-azerbaijan-pakistan-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zameen.com\/blog\/travelling-azerbaijan-pakistan-guide.html","title":{"rendered":"Touring Azerbaijan from Pakistan"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you\u2019re fond of travelling and have a Pakistani passport, your travel options and possibilities might seem bleak. After all, you\u2019d need to go through a pretty extensive visa application process for many of the major tourist destinations in the world. But guess what? Travelling to Azerbaijan from Pakistan is not only possible, but it\u2019s also hassle-free, thanks to an incredibly easy e-visa process!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stick with us as we jot down the essentials to plan your trip to Azerbaijan. This tourist\u2019s guide to Azerbaijan covers the visa process, the costs associated with the trip, and also lists down five of the top cities to visit in the country and where to go and what to do once you reach each town. In short, all you need to do is get your visa, book your flight and you\u2019re off to explore the Land of Fire (a name given to the country due to its fire temples, burning mountains and the famous Flame Towers)! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Getting a Visit Visa for Azerbaijan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Visit Visa Process for Azerbaijan is Quick and Convenient<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Pakistan is among the 90+ countries that are eligible for applying for an online visit visa to Azerbaijan. Thus, you can visit the website<\/a>, fill the form, make the payment via a debit\/credit card, and you\u2019ll have your visa in hand in a matter of days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visa Cost:<\/strong> 25 USD (normal) or 50 USD (urgent)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visa Processing Time:<\/strong> 3 days (normal) or 3 hours (urgent)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Travel Duration and Cost<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Azerbaijan a fairly small nation, so you can easily plan to visit all of the major highlights of the country in a matter of 10 days. Please note that if you plan your trip to Azerbaijan for more than 10 days, you might need to register your entry at a local Migration service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An estimated PKR 1.5 to 2 lakh will be required for a 10-day visit to Azerbaijan, while airline tickets can cost you PKR 65,000 to 1.2 lakh, depending on which airport\/city you\u2019re flying from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Local Currency of Azerbaijan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Azerbaijani Manat is Available in Various Denominations<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The local Azeri currency is Manat, which is equivalent to PKR 94 approx. (currency rates are subject to change every day). However, it is best to travel with US Dollars and to get the currency exchanged at the local banks in Baku, which will be your first stop. You can get local currency at the airport as well, but you\u2019ll get better rates within the city. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Modes of Communication<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You can buy a local sim card with a data package to access the internet, hail a taxi, or check for routes on Google Maps. Bakcell is one company you can consider for this purpose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Weather in Azerbaijan and When to Visit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Azerbaijan generally experiences hot summers and mild winters, but the best time to visit the country is in May or September after the peak summer and winter months have passed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Local Foods in Azerbaijan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Baklava is the Speciality of the Region<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Local food in Azerbaijan is quite tasty, especially grilled meat, including kebabs. Try the Azeri Pulao as well if you get a chance. Tea is good and tasty here, and more suited to the Pakistani style of making tea. For dessert, try baklava at local shops or stock up on dry fruits to eat during your long car journeys between cities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inter-City Travel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While buses and taxis are commonly available, marshrutkas (minibuses) are recommended for intercity travels. Groups of people share transport in these minivans, and the ride is comfortable and economical, even over longer distances. You can find marshrutkas leaving from Baku for all the major cities in Azerbaijan. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your Travel Itinerary for Azerbaijan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you want to plan your trip to Azerbaijan while making the most of your days, you should consider visiting the following cities:<\/p>\n\n\n\n