Mud Volcanoes & Gobustan National Park

Known as the “Land of Fire,” Azerbaijan boasts over 400 mud volcanoes—more than half the world’s total—where methane-driven eruptions create bubbling pools and mineral-rich mud. Nearby, UNESCO-listed Qobustan National Park showcases 6,000+ ancient petroglyphs (5,000–40,000 years old), depicting prehistoric life, alongside the musical Gaval Dash stone and Roman inscriptions. Together, these sites merge surreal natural phenomena with humanity’s ancient artistic legacy, offering a unique blend of geological wonder and cultural history.