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In ancient times Zoroatrians, who revere fire, built temples around burning gas vents in this unknown part of the world. Last century this corner of the Russian empire attracted world attention thanks to an oil boom. Today everyone knows Azerbaijan.

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Guide to Azerbaijan
 

Guide to Azerbaijan

Guide to Azerbaijan
 

Full name: Republic of Azerbaijan

Location: Caucasus, Wester Caspian Sea region. It borders the Russian Federation, Georgia and Iran.

Population: 8.5 million (UN, 2007)

Capital: Baku

Area: 86,600 sq km (33,400 sq miles)

Major language: Azeri, Russian

Major religion: Shia Muslim with pockets of Russian Orthodox and Jewish communities.

Life expectancy: 64 years (men), 71 years (women) (UN)

Currency: 1 manat = 100 qapik

Internet domain: .az

International dialling code: +994

Time Zone: GMT +4

Health: It is imperative to seek medical advice before travel. Jabs may be necessary for Diptheria, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, tuberculosis, Malaria, Rabies, Tetanus, Typhod and Yellow Fever. There may be risk of meningitis, tick-borne encephalitis and leishmaniasis. All water is regarded as a potential health risk.

Entry/Visa: A valid passport with six months before expiry is required. A visa is required and costs £55 for single entry. If a stay is to be longer than 30 days it is essential to register with the police within three days from arrival.

Notes:
Women are very retiring and will rarely take meals with visitors. Enthusiastic attempts to engage women in conversation may cause offence. Men and women should avoid wearing shorts.

10 October 2007

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