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Heydar Aliyev Center, Baku

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#1 of 36 in Museums in Azerbaijan
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An internationally recognized architectural marvel, Heydar Aliyev Center displays a curved modern style. Designed by the late Iraqi-British architect Zaha Hadid, the elegant building stands 74 m (243 ft) in the middle of a square and houses a museum, a gallery hall, and a grand auditorium. Explore the signature landmark, which symbolizes the modernization of Azerbaijan, and enter to observe many interesting exhibits and artistic features. Note that officials prohibit photography inside. Put Heydar Aliyev Center into our Baku day trip planning website to see other points of interest to visit during your vacation in Baku.
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  • By Rickq87
    I’m not a museum man, however my friends wanted to visit heydar aliyev cultural center and I was very pleased by the visit. The building itself is gorgeous, you can take tens of photos there. Inside.....  more »
  • By LuizDutraNeto
    The "Heydar Aliyev Cultural Center" is one of the most impressive architectural complexes I have ever seen! The acclaimed late Iraqi-Bristish architect Zaha Hadid projected a real masterpiece of...  more »
  • By Cello19
    Swooping lines, art installations, and many, many photo-ops, if you're into that sort of thing. Not easily reached on foot, as it seems to be surrounded by highways, but definitely worth the taxi...  more »
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