Fancy a game?
– Copyright Debbie Smyth, 26 March 2018 Posted as part of Becky’s March Square
Alley of Martyrs
High above Baku, close to the Parliament Building, sits a graveyard full of history, memories and complications. Indeed, Azerbaijan has an incredibly complicated history, aided by the mix of religions […]
Playful Light and Shadow
The Winter Palace in Şəki, was recently renovated and is open to the public, and a photo permit is available for a small fee. One of the rooms contains some wonderful […]
Mountains, ravines and engravings
Gobustan National Park is a mountainous area at the southeast end of the Greater Caucasus mountain ridge on the west bank of the Caspian Sea. At roughly 64 km southwest of […]
Shadowy Reflections
– . Copyright Debbie Smyth, 10 May 2017 Posted as part of Reflecting
Silver Viewpoint
– Hex colour reference: #cdc5c2 A colourful note: the colour silver is a shade of grey that attempts to replicate the colour of polished silver. The metallic shine cannot really be reproduced in […]
Juxtaposition
This two storey mausoleum and mosque dates back to the 15th century. The sleek but simple building is wedged into a rugged cliff and both take on added majesty because of […]
Surprises can arrive slowly
– . Copyright Debbie Smyth, 15 April 2017
Traces of the Past
Baku’s Old City, or Inner City, dates back to at least the 12th century and possibly earlier. Wandering the streets within the walls, reveals the Palace of the Shirvanshahs, the Maiden Tower, old mosques, […]
Shabaka
The Khan Palaces in Sheki feature stunning examples of stained glass windows. These shabaka (or shebeke) were made without glue or nails, using coloured glass brought in from Murano. Apparently the Khan […]
Tea Time
In Azerbaijan, anytime is teatime. Sitting in a great location close to the Maiden Tower, Çay Bagi 145 (Tea Garden 145) is a great spot to go for copious amounts […]
Travel with Intent 