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Yanar Dag

Location Absheron District

Natural gas fire that burns continuously on a hillside, producing eternal flames fueled by underground gas reserves. Read more…

Tags place of worship·sightseeing·nature·cultural heritage
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Yanar Dag
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Map of Yanar Dag

This site features a natural gas fire that has been burning perpetually on a limestone hillside since ancient times. The flames, fueled by continuous natural gas emissions, create a striking visual phenomenon associated with the region's historical nickname as the Land of Fire. The area includes a state reserve, a museum, and an outdoor amphitheater, reflecting its cultural and historical significance related to fire-worship traditions. It is a protected natural and historical site accessible for public visitation.

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Website expatedna.com/2012/12/13/playing-with-fire-at-yanar-dag-azerbaijan/
Website sealthedealtravels.com/blog/ateshgah-yanar-dag-azerbaijan-2021/
Website monsoondiaries.com/2018/08/27/the-land-of-fire-atesgah-fire-temple-yanar-dag/
Website citytoursbaku.com/yanar-dag/
Website www.continentchasers.com/azerbaijan-baku/
Website gti.ncsu.edu/2024/08/13/global-treks-basics-of-baku-republic-of-azerbaijan/
Yanar Dagh en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yanar%20Dagh
Address Azerbaijan
Coordinates 40°30'6.387" N, 49°53'28.641" E
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