Historical photos from Azerbaijan

Petroglyphs

Dr. Michael Frankel poses in front of petroglyphs at Gobestan. Among the many petroglyphs that depict people, wildlife, and domestic animals, some are thought to date back 10,000 years.


Chyrag

Chyrag fortress 5-6th century A.D.


MaidenTower

John Bickham and Dr. Frankel in front of the Maiden's Tower in Baku. This is perhaps the most famous historical monument in Azerbaijan. Its age is not known and estimates range from the 12th century to nearly 2,000 years ago.


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