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Combining the charms of both Europe and Asia, Azerbaijan is a country of surprising contrasts, hospitable people and unique, unexplored and engaging experiences. Join us in this intriguing adventure inviting you to learn more about the history, culture, society, arts and diplomatic relations of Azerbaijan through in-depth interviews with prominent local and international experts. Each episode features a narrative covering a variety of topics to raise awareness and inform the listeners about all the things Azerbaijan has to offer while encouraging intercultural dialogue.

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    • Jan 12, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 14 EPISODES


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    Secrets of the Silk Road: The Future of Winemaking in Azerbaijan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2022 21:46


    The podcast is dedicated to the wine industry in Azerbaijan and features Simon Field, a journalist, wine connoisseur and a Master of Wine, as a speaker. Simon shares his insights into the art of wine-making in Azerbaijan, what he loved about Azerbaijani wines and how he sees the future of Azerbaijan as a wine-exporting country.

    A Focus on Contemporary Architecture as a Symbol for Optimism in the Caucasus Region

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2021 22:34


    The podcast focuses on contemporary architecture as a symbol for optimism in the Caucasus region and in particular Azerbaijan's stunning architectural heritage. It features expert architect and designer Saffet Kaya Bekiroglu, formerly of Zaha Hadid Architects and a co-author of the iconic Heydar Aliyev Centre. The discussion sheds light on how Zaha Hadid's monumental, award winning Heydar Aliyev Cultural Center in Baku, Azerbaijan provides a unique symbol of optimism and hope for the future of a region that is still finding its way since gaining its independence from the Soviet Union in 1991.

    The art of bird tourism in Azerbaijan

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2021 21:32


    Listen in to a fascinating conversation with biologist and bird tourism expert Kai Gauger, who describes the amazing bird tourism experiences that await in Azerbaijan and gives an insight into the country's unique geography and culture. Find out also about some of the unique birds that live here.

    Extending the Transcaucasian Trail (TCT) to Azerbaijan

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2021 20:13


    In this podcast we chat to Nazrin Garibova, who is leading a project to implement the Transcaucasian Trail - an over 3,000km-long hiking route spanning the South Caucasus - in Azerbaijan. Nazrin shares her recent experiences of scouting for routes in the Caucasus Mountains and the dazzling diversity she encountered there.

    Secrets of Sheki: UNESCO heritage, crafts, cuisine and beautiful places

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2021 24:48


    In this podcast we explore the stunning city of Sheki in northwest Azerbaijan with local tour guide Zamina Rasulova, who takes us on an inspiring journey through the city's UNESCO-listed Historic Centre, craftsmanship traditions, cuisine and beautiful places. Listen in to learn why Sheki is one of Azerbaijan's must-see places.

    Liberation and Transformation: Expressions of Contemporary Art in Azerbaijan

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2021 20:24


    This podcast explores the dynamically developing contemporary art scene in Azerbaijan. Founder of the Caspia Contemporary art gallery, Afsana Tahirova, and contemporary art researcher, curator and writer Lesley Gray discuss the fascinating historic trends driving its development.

    A culinary journey to Azerbaijan

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2021 24:02


    In this episode we explore the essence of Azerbaijani cuisine with Feride Buyuran, author of the award-winning cookbook, Pomegranates & Saffron: A Culinary Journey to Azerbaijan, as well as the blog AZ Cookbook. We touch on everything from classic dishes to tea culture and regional diversity. Enjoy listening!

    Azerbaijan through the eyes of a travel writer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2021 37:46


    In our next Experience Azerbaijan podcast, we chat to veteran travel writer Mark Elliott about his decades-long fascination with Azerbaijan, covering everything from Nakhchivan to the delights of local cuisine. Listen now!

    Birdwatching in Azerbaijan: what to see & where to go

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2021 24:12


    In this podcast with German field biologist and regular visitor to Azerbaijan, Michael Heiss, we explore what makes Azerbaijan a unique destination for birders. Listen in for a taster of the key birdwatching areas and target species.

    Azerbaijan's hiking highlights: from stunning landscapes to unique villages

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2021 39:01


    Blessed with glorious mountains to the north, west and south, Azerbaijan is an undiscovered gem for hikers. In this podcast we chat to the Tourism Board's hiking expert, Tural Omarov - listen in to discover the best areas to go hiking and what makes Azerbaijan's mountain villages so special.

    How the first Oil Boom shaped Baku

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2021 38:18


    Listen now to a new episode of the Experience Azerbaijan podcast. We time travel back to Baku during the Oil Boom with researcher and tour guide Fuad Akhundov, who describes its dramatic impact still visible in the period's architectural heritage.

    An epic cycling trip across Azerbaijan

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 17:54


    In our latest podcast British cyclist adventurer Luke Grenfell-Shaw shares his amazing journey across Azerbaijan on a tandem bicycle. To hear the story behind the journey plus Luke's thoughts on local culture and places like Baku and Khinalig, listen now.

    Allure through the Ages: The Story of Azerbaijan's Carpets

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2021 36:51


    This podcast is dedicated to the art of carpet weaving and features Shirin Malikova, director of the Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum. The discussion covers the special role of carpet weaving in Azerbaijani art, its historical and cultural heritage, development over the centuries, the symbolism and philosophy of Azerbaijani carpets, and their impact on the formation of people's worldview in ancient and modern times.

    Truce, Treaty and Transcaucasia: The Economic Outlook for Azerbaijan.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2021 31:11


    This podcast, featuring Robert Cekuta, former U.S. Ambassador to Azerbaijan as the speaker, is dedicated to Azerbaijan's business relations and economic situation in the country.

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