Flame Towers + Caspian promenade.
Best time: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct
Budget: $50-100/day
Top fact: The Flame Towers, completed in 2012, are the tallest structures in Baku, reaching a height of 190 meters (623 feet).
View Baku →Silk Road town + stained glass palace.
Best time: May–Sep
Budget: $50-100/day
Top fact: Sheki is home to the Sheki Khan's Palace, built in the 18th century, renowned for its stunning stained glass windows known as 'shebeke', which use over 5,000 pieces of colored glass.
View Sheki →Both in Azerbaijan — compare vibe, budget, and best season.