رحلاتك
RAHALATEK
Azerbaijan
Sumgayit, Azerbaijan's third-largest city proudly designated 'Youth Capital 2025,' rises as a dynamic industrial and cultural hub on the Caspian Sea coast just 30 kilometers north of Baku, transforming from Soviet-era petrochemical center into a modern city embracing environmental sustainability and youth culture. This relatively young city of 427,000, founded in 1949 around Azerbaijan's chemical and industrial boom, has evolved into a greener, more livable metropolis with extensive parks, modern facilities, and a growing reputation for sports, education, and innovation. The beautiful Sumgayit Boulevard stretches along the Caspian seafront offering beaches, cafes, and recreational facilities, while the central 20 Yanvar Street showcases Soviet-modernist architecture blended with new commercial developments. The city's commitment to youth is evident in its numerous sports complexes including the Olympic Sports Complex hosting national and international competitions, modern educational institutions, and vibrant youth centers fostering creativity and entrepreneurship. Visit the striking Sumgayit State Drama Theatre with its unique circular design, relax in the expansive Heydar Aliyev Park with playgrounds and green spaces, and explore the city's beaches along the Caspian coast. The nearby 2,000-year-old Shirvan National Park protects rare gazelles, salt marshes, and desert landscapes just south of the city.