Bolhrad (or Bolgrad) is a small city (population≈15,000) in southwestern Ukraine. It is located in the historical region of Budjak and is the administrative center of the Bolhrad district. The city was founded in 1821 by Bulgarian settlers in Bessarabia, under the direction of General Ivan Inzov who is considered the founder of Bolhrad. Bolhrad is inhabited by many…
Sights
Diri Baba Mausoleum, Azerbaijan
On our way back from Shamakhi to Baku, we decided to stop and have a look at the Diri Baba Mausoleum-Mosque. It’s located very close to the highway and there’s a road leading straight to the foot of the Mosque which was a blessing since one of our kids was sleeping and I didn’t want…
Pomegranate Festival in Goychay, Azerbaijan + Video
Last weekend we traveled to Goychay for the annual Pomegranate Festival. We were so looking towards it, especially since two years in a roll we weren’t able to go, and that was our last chance. (Next year we’ll be attending festivals in Bulgaria.) What is the Pomegranate Festival? The Pomegranate Festival in Goychay is a…
A Week in Baku. What to see. Where to go.
So, you’re planning to spend a few days in the beautiful capital of Azerbaijan – very good! This is a great decision! Baku is a beautiful and interesting city, and tourists are mesmerized by its unique mixture of Western and Eastern cultures. Today I will walk you through some of the main sights you can…
Road to Khinalug (Xinalig) – one of the oldest villages in the world
During our last trip in Azerbaijan, we decided that it’s time to visit one of the oldest villages in the world – Khinalug (Xinalig). This village is more than 5000 years old and it has been inhabited all this time and continues to be inhabited today as well. It’s located close to the city of…
Leisure Time in Qusar and Visiting One of the Oldest Villages in The World – Khinalug
So, after a stressful month of being sick with pneumonia our family decided that we need a holiday. And fresh air. Our choice fell on the Olympic complex in Qusar. Even though it’s located in the city, it is actually a woodland with many little houses. The nature is absolutely beautiful, it’s perfectly quiet, and…
A Sunday in Baku
Sunday is a very special day for our family. We’re all free from work and classes, so we have the freedom to spend the day as we wish. Sometimes we enjoy a leisure day at home, other times we spend the day walking around the city, checking out a new dining place or even hitting…
5 things you can learn from the Azerbaijani people
I’ve been living in Azerbaijan for the last 3 years, and I’ve grown to appreciate much of the country’s traditions, as well as its people. Actually, I feel them so close to my heart, that it’s hard to imagine living anywhere else in any other way. There were many times in my life when I’ve…
New Year’s Eve Fireworks in Baku
Happy New Year, everyone! I decided to share with you the fireworks we were able to witness from our home in Baku, Azerbaijan. I feel really blessed that we were able to spend a cosy New Year’s Eve, at home, just the four of us. It’s just so relaxing to know that we don’t have…
New Year’s Market on Fountains Square, Baku, Azerbaijan
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year…” I’ve been waiting for the New Year’s Market since… probably the end of last year’s New Year’s Market. 🙂 It’s one of my most favorite events in the city and definitely – the most favorite time of the year. The traditional New Year’s Market in Baku is…