Nizami Park in Baku: the urban garden of Azerbaijan's great poet

In the heart of Baku, between Nizami Avenue and the bustle of the city's commercial centre, Nizami Park offers a place for relaxation and open-air culture. This urban garden is named after Nizami Ganjavi (1141–1209), the most celebrated Azerbaijani poet of classical Persian literature, regarded as one of the great poets of the medieval world.

Parque Nizami en el centro de Bakú, con sus fuentes y senderos arbolados
Nizami Park, an oasis of calm in the centre of Baku, dedicated to the great medieval Azerbaijani poet.

Nizami Ganjavi: the immortal poet

Nizami Ganjavi was born in Ganja (present-day Azerbaijan) in the 12th century and is the author of five great epic poems — the Khamsa (Quintet) — which made him a central figure in classical Persian poetry: Makhzan ul-Asrar, Khosrow and Shirin, Leili and Majnun, Iskandarname and Haft Paykar. Azerbaijan claims him as its national poet, and his image appears on banknotes, squares and monuments throughout the country.

The park and its facilities

Nizami Park features ornamental fountains, tree-lined paths that provide shade in summer, benches for resting, monuments and well-maintained landscaping. It is a popular spot for families, students and city-centre workers looking for a breath of fresh air outdoors.

Cultural events

Throughout the year, the park hosts open-air concerts, food festivals, art exhibitions and sporting activities that reflect Baku's cultural diversity. In summer, activity in the park extends well into the evening thanks to the lighting and the more pleasant temperatures.

Location and how to get there

Nizami Park is in the centre of Baku, very close to Fountains Square and Nizami Avenue. It is easily reached on foot from the main city-centre hotels or by metro (Sahil station).

Frequently asked questions

Who was Nizami Ganjavi?

A Perso-Azerbaijani poet of the 12th century, born in Ganja, and the author of the Khamsa (Quintet) — five epic poems that made him one of the pinnacles of classical Persian literature.

What is there to see in Nizami Park in Baku?

Fountains, tree-lined paths, monuments, rest areas and, in season, cultural events and open-air concerts.

Is Nizami Park close to Fountains Square?

Yes, they are just a few minutes' walk apart. Both are located in the heart of Baku's city centre and form part of the same pedestrian corridor.