[Atashgah / Atashgah Fire Temple | "Eternal flame and stone pilgrimage site" on the outskirts of Baku]

[Atashgah / Atashgah Fire Temple | "Eternal Flame and Stone Pilgrimage Holy Site" on the outskirts of Baku] — A quiet and mysterious fire sanctuary where natural fire and people's faith meet — Atasgah is a fire temple used for worship by Hindus, Sikhs, and Zoroastrians in the 17th and 18th centuries, and is located in the Surakhany district near the Caspian Sea . There was once an "eternal flame" that burned naturally with natural gas that welled up from the ground, and now the fire continues to be lit with gas supplied . ⸻ 📍[Location] Surakhany is a suburb about 30 km from the center of Baku, accessible by public bus or taxi. There are a row of historic small rooms for worship (monk's cells) and a central pentagonal pulpit . 🕰️【Viewing Points】 A fire still burns in the central pulpit, surrounded by a fence, tranquilly illuminating the stone worship hall. It is a place where nature, faith, and people come and go. ⸻ ✨Recommended Points • The worship space surrounding the fire that continues to burn in the center feels the weight of time and holiness. • A coexistence of beauty and tranquility woven by stone, fire, and space. It feels like you can hear the prayers. • A unique religious coexistence architecture that combines the remains of Hindu, Sikh, and Zoroastrian sects. • A place where you can experience the "miracle" of natural fire in the past. You can feel the connection between the bubbling natural gas and faith. ⸻ 🎒Tips and Advice • Some places are unroofed and the sun is strong, so don't forget to bring a hat, sunscreen, and water ☀️ . • As this is a stone ruin, wear comfortable shoes. Be careful of your footing! • Enter slowly and calmly while looking at the fire and the place of worship. Great for a moment of prayer or meditation. • There is a small information center nearby, so you can enjoy the site more by listening to explanations about the history and ruins. #AbsolutelyFreeTrip #Baku #Azerbaijan