Meoweler
Azerbaijan

Sumqayıt / Get Sumqayit Done

MeowScore 😸81/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😻
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻
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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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As a visiting cat, I found Sumqayit to be moderately priced for shopping and eating out, but some attractions were quite expensive.

Save money by bargaining at the local bazaars and trying street food. But beware of high prices for imported goods.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

stopover from Baku

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

stopover from Baku

Sumqayit is a small industrial city often used as a quick stopover on the way to or from Baku.

Tipping

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Tipping

0%

Cash is the preferred method of payment. Splitting the bill is uncommon.

internet situation

bad Speed

Limited infrastructure and low investment

meh Availability

Available but coverage could be improved

good Cellular

Good coverage but mixed speed

Electric socket type C

Common in Europe, South America, and Asia. Non-grounded, 2-pin plug, accepts Type C & Type E&F (non-grounded variant).

AZN

1 AZN =
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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Mixed infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative culture

A cat stumbled upon a Soviet-style city with industrial smells and grime. It meowed in confusion.

But was curious about the lively bazaar and delicious kebabs it found. Purrrfect for adventurous cats.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Sumqayit City Museum
😸
Heydar Aliyev Park
🐾
Juma Mosque
🐈
Sumgait Boulevard
🐾
City Park

The mainstream

🧐
Sumqayit City Museum

Learn about the history and culture of Sumqayit at this small but informative museum. Cats can appreciate the exhibits from the comfort of your arms. 🏛️

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😸
Heydar Aliyev Park

Named after Azerbaijan's former president, this large park has walking trails, playgrounds, and even a small lake with paddle boats. A cat-pleasing paradise! 🌺

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🐾
Juma Mosque

A beautiful mosque with intricate architecture and ornate decorations. Respectful dress required, but cats are welcome to admire from the outside. 🕌

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🐈
Sumgait Boulevard

A bustling pedestrian street with shops, cafes, and street performers. Great spot for cats to people-watch and scratch the paws on the concrete. 🛍️

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🐾
City Park

A peaceful retreat for cats and humans alike, with lush greenery and serene lakes. Plenty of benches to relax and watch the world go by. 🌳

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Off the beaten path

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Sumqayit City Park
🏞️
Yeni Hayat Park
🛍️
Araz Supermarket
🌊
Sumqayit Seaside Boulevard
🕌
Meyyana Mosque

Off the beaten path

🎢
Sumqayit City Park

A small amusement park with rides and games, perfect for adventurous cats seeking thrills

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🏞️
Yeni Hayat Park

A quiet park with benches and shades, a great spot for cats to meditate and observe nature

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🛍️
Araz Supermarket

A large grocery store with a variety of cat food options and toys to keep even the pickiest cat happy

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🌊
Sumqayit Seaside Boulevard

A long strip of greenery and sea view, ideal for cats to stroll and hunt for birds

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🕌
Meyyana Mosque

A beautiful mosque with intricate designs and calming atmosphere, perfect for cats to nap in

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Mixed infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative culture

Mindful meoweler tips

Sumqayit History Museum

Learn about the industrial heritage of the city with exhibits showcasing petroleum refining and chemical manufacturing. Don't forget to take a paws to admire the modern architecture of the building!

Sample local cuisine at Lavash Cafe

Try traditional Azeri dishes like lula kebab, dolma, and of course, lavash bread! The cafe is decorated with colorful ceramics, giving it a cozy vibe for hungry cats.

Sumgait Boulevard

Take a stroll along the seaside promenade, admiring the Caspian Sea and feeling the fresh sea breeze in your fur. There are fountains, public art, and cafes to enjoy along the way!

Pay your respects at Binagadi Cemetery

While it may seem strange, Binagadi Cemetery is the final resting place for deceased cats in the city. It's an interesting look into local cat culture and beliefs surrounding death.

Visit the Sumqayit Open Air Museum

Explore the outdoor museum featuring sculptures and installations made from industrial waste and scrap metal. It's a unique homage to Sumqayit's industrial past.

Useful external sites

www.lonelyplanet.com/azerbaijan/sumqayit

Lonely Planet↗

Travel guide and information about Sumqayit

www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g10200065-Sumgait_Ali_Bayramli_Region-Vacations.html

Tripadvisor↗

Reviews, recommendations, and bookings for Sumqayit

www.booking.com/city/az/sumqayit.en.html

Booking.com↗

Accommodation bookings for Sumqayit

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