To create green spaces in Baku, Baku oil barons imported trees from Lankaran, an Azerbaijani city, as well as from Tbilisi and Batumi, Georgian cities. Bey's Mosque (in Old City, 1895; architects, Mohammed Hashim al-Sayyid Hussein bin Bakuvi and Mirali al-Naqi) in Baku, Qasim Bey Mosque (1896, architect Mashadi Mirza Gafar Ismailov), Tazapir mosque (1905-14), Blue Mosque (1912 - 13), M. Mukhtarov Mosque in Amirjan (1909; Z. Ahmedbeyov is an architect of all three mosques) are the most characteristic buildings of this period. The Turba is one of the few areas in the Shirvanshah complex where we actually know the name of the architect who built the structure. The capacity of this hall is 25,000 spectators and VIP rooms in the arena. Several large public buildings and facilities were built in Baku. The general layout of the Greater Baku, one of the first major plans in the former USSR, also included construction of new regions. "Signatures" of Azerbaijani architects left in cities of Bursa, Cairo, Baghdad, Damirqap (Derbent), Herat, Samarkand, etc. The Baku Olympic Stadium is chosen to be the 7th best stadium in the world by StadiumDB. This building is located in the lower level of the grounds and is known as the Turba (burial vault). The basic four-column form of the fire cult temples had their impact on the formation of Christian architecture. The majority of buildings created by architects of Aran architectural school (Ganja, Barda, Beylagan) were destroyed during the earthquake (1139) in Ganja city and the Mongol invasion (XIII century). Among them present factory-built kitchen (now the maternity hospital) in Bayl, the new building of Azerbaijan Industrial Institute (now the Azerbaijan State Oil Academy) (1932), House of Art Workers, a number of residential buildings, the building of Gazakh Teachers' Training College (all 1933). Circular temples and mausoleums were introduced as alternatives to the basilica, such as: Some of the worlds oldest churches were built in Caucasian Albania, such as: Note that these objects came out of traditional forms in Caucasus Albania and influenced the development of the entire architectural aspect of the country. [14][15] The construction of the stadium was given to TEKFEN which is the Turkish company with Design &Build contracts. The opening ceremony of Baku Olympic Stadium was held on March 6, 2015 and stadium is considered to hold major sport events in Azerbaijan. At first, they seem to be only decorative. The urban planning and architectural activities are regulated by the State Committee for City Building and Architecture of Azerbaijan Republic.

The European architecture could not made deep roots in Garabagh zone, in the middle of the nineteenth century and a unique school of architecture was formed in Garabagh and its most prominent representative was Karbalayi Safikhan Garabaghi. The Azerbaijan State Academic Opera and Ballet Theater was built in 1911 by Zeynalabdin Taghiyev (1838-1924), an Azerbaijani oil baron and philanthropist. The Initial stage of architectural development in Azerbaijan during the Soviet era is related to the establishment working settlement around Baku such as Binagadi, Rasulzade, Bakikhanov, Montin, Mammadyarov. Center aims breaking from the monumental Soviet architecture which is quite common in Baku and to express the sensibilities of Azeri culture and the optimism of a nation that looks to the future. The rapidly modernizing country has a unique balance of ancient civilization and modern evolution, nowhere more evident than in Azerbaijans architectural styles. Each elaborate design includes the fundamental tenets of the Shiite faith: "There is no other God but God. For this reason, many flame figures are being used in this country. Architectural styles of Nakhchivan school of architecture developed for constructions of stone and brick-built tombs were reflected in Gulistan mausoleum in Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic (the beginning of the XIII century) near the village Cuga, in Sheikh Babi Yaqubi tomb (1273-1274 architect Ali Mcidddin) in Fizuli regions Babi village and Mirali tomb (XIII -XIV centuries) of Asaghi Veyselli village, in Barda (1322, architect Ahmad ibn Ayyub al-Hafiz Nakhchivani). The ateshgah is a tier-based structure meant to represent the tree of life. Architecture is a system of buildings and structures that forms the space and environment for human life and activity. His mother died in 1435 and his son died in 1442, at the age of seven. In 1929 there was first graduation from the Construction faculty of the Polytechnic Institute. Some scholars suggest that if the Shah had discovered that his architect inscribed his own name in a higher position than the Shah's, he would have been severely punished. [18][19][20], Orthodox Church of Saint Michael Archangel in Baku, Church of the Immaculate Conception, Baku. This building complex covered with zodiac walls (1235, master Zeynaddin Aburashimd oglu Shirvani, and probably architect Abdulmajid Masud oglu) and stone carvings, writings and drawings is the unique architectural ensemble. The fire burning atop of the altar signified bliss. Below: Drop-like medallion from the Royal Tomb with the name of the architect, Mohammad Ali, and the word for architect (me'mar) encrypted to be read in the reverse reflection of a mirror. They are Aran, Tabriz, Azerbaijan, Shirvan-Absheron architectural schools. From the 1930s, a new stage in Azerbaijani architecture has begun. In the 19th century, the complex was used as an arms depot. Residential houses, cultural and social enterprises, the original street-pier system, etc. This unique building, located on the upper level of the grounds, takes on the shape of an octagonal pavilion. At the end of the 1930s, many school buildings were built in the country, as well as the general layouts of Yevlakh, Khankendi and Sheki cities were started. AZERBAIJAN NATIONAL LIBRARY named after M.F.AXUNDOV was built in 1961 in the synthesis of modern and classical style. Seyran Valiyev and Fuad Akhundov both contributed to this article.

However, there are two very interesting hexagonal medallions on either side of the entrance. The filigree portal entrance is elaborately worked in limestone. As the city industrialized, oil barons began commissioning Russian and European architects to create expensive, modern, Western-style buildings in Baku. Different decisions and events, related to problems of protection of historically Azerbaijani towns and all town-building systems, have been carried out. During the Russian period the second level was reconstructed with ornate Classical and Baroque influences. Late Caucasian Albanian Christian architecture plays a large role in Azerbaijans architectural portfolio, especially in the Karabakh, Sheki, and Zaqatala regions. National Art Museum of Azerbaijan (De Bur's Palace). A well of eternally burning gas is located in the center of the altar. Snqqala minaret in Baku (1078, Mohammed Abubakr oglu) and Maiden Tower (XII century, architect Masud David oglu), Mardakan towers (Round Tower-1232, architect Abdulmajid Masud oglu, Square castle, XIV century), Nardaran Castle (1301, architect Mahmud Sad oglu), Ramana Castle (XIV century), etc are among the best monuments of this school. [16], The National Gymnastics Arena, designed for 9,000 people, is located close to the Koroghlu metro station on the Heydar Aliyev highway. Key Gubad Mosque, which is just a few meters outside the complex, was built in the 13th century. These long buildings were organized around a single nave and aisles. Caves discovered at the foothills of the Greater and Lesser Caucasus, Talish Mountains in Azerbaijan, in Nakhichevan, Zangilan, Kalbajar, Gadabay, Khanlar, and finally the cave, which was discovered in the Fizuli region named as Azykh cave are examples of it. By the 1940s, this style had fallen out of favor and the Soviet Azerbaijani architects emphasized Classical, Baroque, and Rococo styles designed with a more nationalistic spirit.

The five styles are as follows: Zoroastrian, Christian, Islamic, Soviet, and Post-Modern. The lines of the building symbolize the merging of the past with the future. In IV century - VII BC century the most important steps have been taken in the field of urban planning. Though commonly described as a palace, some experts question this. Strong town walls, water pipeline constructed from ceramic pipes, stone-built defense system ("long walls") in Damirqap (Derbent) passage, Chiraggala (VI century), the circular Christian temple in the village of Lekit (V-VI centuries), a basilica in the village of Qum ( approximately the sixth century), temple complexes in Mingachevir (VII century) shows the high level of town-building culture. The magnificent lighting system used in the Baku Crystal Hall consists of over 2,500 projectors and more than 3,000 meters of cable which were brought from Germany.

According to Sevda Dadashova, Director, restoration is currently progressing, though much slower than desired because of a lack of funding. In the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, little monumental architecture was created, but distinctive residences were built in Baku and elsewhere. Reconstruction of the central part of Baku, Azerbaijan in 1950, continued as a creative activity of architects. The influence of traditional architectural influences is also evident within the design. The mirror effect was introduced so that he could leave his name for posterity. in Azerbaijan the megalith monuments - kromlekhs, menhirs (shepherd's stone), dolmens and the Cyclopes buildings are spread widely. Over time, Christian basilicas and churches became more complex and featured multiple naves, domes, and ornately decorated interiors. The entrance to the tomb is decorated with stalactite carvings in limestone. The Shirvanshah complex itself is currently under reconstruction. In 2010, city officials approved a master plan for Bakus downtown development, entitled Bakus White City. Most of the rooms seem more suitable for small offices or monks' living quarters. A housing crisis caused by economic hardship spurred the construction of many simple, low-cost apartment buildings made of cement or brick. In Baku, Azerbaijans capital city, Medieval Islamic domes, minarets, and ancient stone walls are juxtaposed against modern glass skyscrapers, apartment complexes, and office buildings. At the end of 60 years - 80 years a new era has started in urban planning and architectural development of Azerbaijan. The Fire Temple (Ateshgah) at Suraxany.

Maragha monuments, which are close to Ajami style of architecture occupies a special place in the development of the Azerbaijani architecture. The Zoroastrian emphasis on fire is still utilized in modern Azerbaijani design. Names of many Azerbaijani architects and decorations masters of X-XII centuries, had reached us in various buildings of architectural ornament, booklets, stone plate, decorative accessories. he commercial and residential Flame Towers, designed by Zaha Hadid, have become identifiable across the world as a defining feature of the Baku skyline. The architecture of Azerbaijan (Azerbaijani: Azrbaycan memarl) refers to the architecture development in Azerbaijan. The Government House of Baku (House of Soviets) was built in 1936-52. From about 1870 to 1920, Baku experienced its First Oil Boom and investment flowed into Azerbaijan. Wide construction works had been carried out in Barda, many mosques and other religious buildings, caravan, market, bath-houses were built, too. In 1191, after a devastating earthquake destroyed the capital city of Shamakhi, the residence of the Shirvanshahs was moved to Baku, and the foundation of the Shirvanshah complex was laid. The European style influences are evident in the gothic facades of the building. Theatre buildings began to build in the second half of the nineteenth century was a completely new type of device in the architecture of Azerbaijan.

The flame-shaped structure is equipped with LED screens. Examples of this style include: Popular architects such as Mikayil Huseynov began studying abroad, and upon their return created a stylistic blend between traditional Azerbaijani architecture and contemporaneous Western designs. The Flame Towers architecture is the most prominent representative of flame figures in Azerbaijan. Asgaran fortress built on right and left banks of the River Gargar consists of two fortifications. During XV-XVI centuries Azerbaijani architects worked in other countries as well, and created an interesting specimen of craftsmanship in different cities. The conquest shaped the architectural design of Azerbaijan in stages identical to the Christian influence: initial remaking of the temples of the previous religion into cult representations of the new religious outlook, gradual and consecutive evolution as a result of the development of religious views, the improvement of architectural building technologies, and finally the crystallization of already-shaped architectural design and decorative devices. Buildings built during 1950-1960 like the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the former Central Museum named after V.I.Lenin (1954, 1955, H. Majidov), the Library named after M.F.

The Flame Towers consist of three buildings, including hotel, apartments, and offices. Among them are "The blue dome" Tomb (1196, architect Ahmed Mohammed oglu), "Red dome" tomb (1148, architect, Mohammed Bakir). The actual original function of the Shirvanshah complex is still under investigation. The folk architecture reflecting the lifestyle and aesthetic views of nation to which it belongs, has been a source of endless creativity.