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Corat (Azerbaijan)
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Practical info — Corat

🌤 Weather — 5 days

📍 Nearby

Sights nearby

💡 Tips

  • Be sure to try Corat qutabı filled with camel meat (dəvə əti), a unique local delicacy.
  • Eat qutab with your hands, sprinkled with tangy sumac and dipped in yogurt (qatıq).
  • The best time for the nearby Novkhani beaches is between June and September.
  • Take a taxi from Baku; the drive usually takes about 30 to 40 minutes.
  • Visit the historic Juma Mosque located in the old part of the settlement.

🍽 Food

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Corat qutabı

Small dough pockets baked in a tandir oven, traditionally filled with camel meat.

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Fresh Caspian Fish

Visit the seaside restaurants along the Novkhani coastal road for the daily catch.

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Tandir Bread

Pick up fresh bread from traditional clay ovens found in local village bakeries.

🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots

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Village Bakeries

The best place for fresh bread and traditional pastries straight from the oven.

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Roadside Markets

Find seasonal pomegranates, figs, and local produce along the Novkhani-Corat road.

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Juma Mosque Courtyard

A peaceful spot in the old settlement, convenient for a quiet moment away from the heat.

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Corat Beach

Less developed than Novkhani, offering a more tranquil seaside experience.

Corat is a characterful coastal settlement on the Absheron Peninsula, known for its authentic atmosphere and culinary specialties like 'Jorat Gutabi'. The region is a popular destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of Baku. In the immediate vicinity are some of the best seaside resorts, including İctimai Çimərlik Novxana Bağları, which is well-suited for families due to its shallow waters. The coast provides a mix of public and private beach areas. Visitors can enjoy modern amenities and a spirited holiday atmosphere at Meduza Beach in Novkhani. Another highlight is Qızıl Qum Çimərkik, whose name means 'Golden Sand' and which is prized for its clean environment. Local gastronomy is heavily influenced by the Caspian Sea, with fresh Kutum fish playing a central role. Travel from Baku is straightforward and takes less than an hour, making Corat a great destination for a day trip or a seaside getaway.

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is May, Jun, Sep.

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Avg °C44812192426262216105
Rain mm1519212019147719272616

Geography

Population
8,624 (2014)
Coordinates
40.57301, 49.70934

Facts

  • Caspian Sea coast
  • Jorat Gutabi specialty
  • Absheron Peninsula
  • Near Baku
  • Novkhani beaches
  • Fresh Kutum fish
  • Historic settlement
  • Sandy shores

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Sights in the town Corat (3)

Bayraq Meydanı Sumqayıt📍 landmark

A public square in Sumqayıt dedicated to the national flag.

İctimai Çimərlik Sumqayıt 1🎡 recreation

A public beach section on the Caspian Sea near Sumqayıt.

Atraksionlar🎡 recreation

A smaller amusement park with rides and entertainment in Corat.

Frequently asked questions

What is the most famous dish in Corat?
The Corat qutabı (stuffed flatbread) is famous throughout Azerbaijan.
Where is Corat located?
It is a coastal settlement near Sumqayit.
Is the beach suitable for swimming?
Yes, many locals visit its beaches during the summer.
How to get there from Baku?
By bus or minibus (marshrutka) between Baku and Sumqayit.
Are there historical buildings?
There are some old mosques and traditional baths.
Corat: where is it located?
Corat is located in Azerbaijan.
Corat: what is there to see?
Highlights include Bayraq Meydanı Sumqayıt, İctimai Çimərlik Sumqayıt 1, Atraksionlar.
Corat: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is May, Jun, Sep.
Corat: why is it worth visiting?
Corat is a characterful coastal settlement on the Absheron Peninsula, known for its authentic atmosphere and culinary specialties like 'Jorat Gutabi'.
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