Baku’s Millionaires & Hidden Legends

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At the turn of the 20th century, Baku was called the “Paris of the East.”

This tour brings back that glamorous era through the stories of Haji Zeynalabdin Taghiyev, the Nobel Brothers, and Murtuza Mukhtarov — the visionaries who built schools, theaters, and palaces that still define the city’s skyline. You’ll visit the legendary Villa Petrolea, admire ornate mansions, and learn how oil riches transformed Baku into a global hub of culture and innovation.

Why travelers love it:

✔ Fascinating true stories of wealth, generosity, and rivalry

✔ Rare access to architectural gems

✔ Insight into the human side of Baku’s industrial history