Rufat Mahmud: Tourists now spend 4–5 hours in Icherisheher in Baku

Infrastructure
  • 22 May, 2026
  • 14:56
Rufat Mahmud: Tourists now spend 4–5 hours in Icherisheher in Baku

The average stay of tourists in Icherisheher in Baku, Azerbaijan, has increased to 4–5 hours, Rufat Mahmud, Chairman of the Board of the Icherisheher State Historical-Architectural Reserve Administration, said during an event held within the 13th Session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13) in Baku, Report informs.

Mahmud highlighted that tourists previously spent only about two hours in Icherisheher: "Most visitors would simply walk around, have a meal, and leave the area. Thanks to recent projects, the average stay has now reached 4–5 hours. The main goal is to ensure that visitors come not only for restaurants and food but also for unique experiences and lasting memories."