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Eurovision 2012: [LIVE] Grand Finale

Aleksandr Shatskih

Tonight’s Eurovision 2012 Grand Finale, hosted by the same enchanting presenters: Leyla Aliyeva, Eldar Gasimov and Nargiz Birk-Petersen, the live show starts at 9 p.m. CET.

11 years ago

Tonight: Eurovision 2012 Second Semi-Final [Live]

Aleksandr Shatskih

Tonight, May 24, at the same Baku Cristal Hall in Azerbaijan, the Second Semi-Final of the forthcoming Eurovision Song Contest 2012 reveals the last 10 finalists. Which are your results?

After the great success of Eastern European countries in the 2012 Eurovision’s first round, the other 18 participants will fight it out for the last vacant places in Saturday’s finale.

11 years ago

Baku Hosts Eurovision 2012 Semi-Final [Live]

Aleksandr Shatskih

Tonight, May 22, Baku, Azerbaijan will host the first 2012 Eurovision Semi-Final. The foreseen song contest, broadcasted live from the Baku Crystal Hall starting with 21:00 to 23:00 will feature 18 countries competing for 10 coveted places in the grand finale.

11 years ago

Azerbaijan to Build World’s Tallest Skyscraper

Aleksandr Shatskih

Once upon a time New York City’s Empire State Building was the envy of the world, the tallest skyscraper then constructed dwarfed all other man made objects. Fast forward to today and news from Azerbaijan. The filthy rich former Soviet Union outpost intends on using oil revenues to catapult itself into the modern age with a range of ambitious projects, including erecting the world’s tallest building.

11 years ago

Azerbaijan Celebrates Novruz Festival

Aleksandr Shatskih

Azerbaijan welcomed in the spring last week with one of its biggest parties of the year, an event that saw thousands of revelers come out onto the streets of capital city Baku to join in the festivities.

11 years ago

Bikers Road Trip to Baku and Back

Aleksandr Shatskih

Two motorcycle enthusiasts from Yorkshire in the UK have embarked on an ambitious road trip taking in 28 countries in just 28 days, as part of an effort to raise money for a pair of charities.

11 years ago

More Tourists than Ever in Azerbaijan

Mihaela Lica Butler

The number of foreign tourists arriving in Azerbaijan has increased by 15 percent in the first six months of 2011, compared to the same period of 2010, Trend.az reported.

11 years ago

Why Baku Should Win the Bid for the 2020 Summer Olympics

Mihaela Lica Butler

With ancient architecture to study and admire, and world-class museums and libraries waiting to show off their treasures, Baku is simply a must-see. And if it doesn’t win the 2020 Summer Olympics bid next year, at least it’s got your attention. Consider it next time you plan an exotic escape.

11 years ago

Azerbaijan Revs Up Tourism 2012

Aleksandr Shatskih

Azerbaijan’s tourism industry is nowhere near as profitable as the potential indicates. The government there is taking steps to ramp up the country’s lagging travel profile with education, outreach, regulation, and an appeal to people in Azerbaijan to show their true hospitality effectively.

11 years ago

Sheraton to Open Soon In Azerbaijan

Aleksandr Shatskih

In news from Azerbaijan, Starwood Hotels and Silk Way Airlines have penned a deal to open a Sheraton there as part of the hotel chain’s massive expansion. The new hotel, located in the capital city of Baku, will feature over 200 guest rooms and customary Sheraton amenities. The hotel is scheduled to open in the fall of this year, according to the press.

11 years ago

Baku Prepares for Tourist Boom

Mihaela Lica Butler

Azerbaijan is preparing for a more touristy 2012, as the country is set to host the Eurovision Song Contest in Baku.

12 years ago

Azerbaijan Celebrates Republic Day

Mihaela Lica Butler

This year, May 28, Azerbaijan will be celebrating its Republic Day through various cultural events in a number of countries, including the United States, Switzerland, and Northern Cyprus.

12 years ago

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