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The mysterious Maiden Tower in Baku, Azerbaijan.

This ancient tower is in the centre of a modern city. No one knows why

It's in the heart of a modern city, but no one knows its age, purpose or history.

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Vank Village in Nagorno-Karabakh region, where green reigned supreme.

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Don't always trust the-powers-that-be to tell you who the goodies and baddies are.

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The Temple of Fire in Surakhani near Baku, Azerbaijan.

Why Azerbaijan is so hot right now

In Persian, Azerbaijan means "Protector of fire" and the flame is still burning.

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Strange land: Baku, Azerbaijan is a wonderfully mixed-up city.

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These are cities that are truly different. Where nothing makes sense. And travellers will love them.

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The inner city of Baku with the Flame Towers  in the background.

Azerbaijan: The little-known country that's a little bit weird

Why this little-known country at the crossroads of Europe, Asia and the Middle East is poised for big things.

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The inner city of Baku with the Flame Towers  in the background.

The weird, confusing country poised to be 'the new Dubai'

Why this little-known country at the crossroads of Europe, Asia and the Middle East is poised for big things.

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Baku Flame Towers

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Expect the unexpected when you venture to the ancient Caucasus, writes Isobel King.

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Population: 9.4 Million
Capital: Baku
Official Language: Azerbaijani
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