YARAT, the not-for-profit contemporary art organisation, is to open a new centre for contemporary art in March 2015 in Baku, Azerbaijan. YARAT Contemporary Art Centre will be the first permanent space for YARAT. It is housed in a converted Soviet-era naval building overlooking the Caspian Sea which acted as a maintenance base for navy ships in the 1960s. The conversion has created a sumptuous 2,000m2 exhibition space spread over two floors. The building will showcase four temporary exhibitions a year by leading international artists, highlighting emerging movements and new commissions, as well as housing YARAT Collection displays and a new library. The auditorium provides a dedicated space for screenings, performances and YARAT’s educational events. An organic café completes the centre by providing a space for informal discussions and gatherings. The new Yarat ‘CAC’ is conceived as a dedicated hub for contemporary art and art education not only for Azerbaijan, but the wider region as a whole.
The YARAT Collection is presented for the first time with the opening of the new centre and focuses on artists from the Caucasus, Central Asia and neighbouring countries. Baku is the perfect common ground for the arts from this region: similarities in religion, language, and a common Soviet past between the various nationalities have been further reinforced by the dramatic socio-economic changes of the last twenty years. Connecting to global markets and influences for the first time in 70 years, artists were among the first to react and subsequently negotiate and reflect this transition in their works.
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Once the sun sets over Baku, the city flips into its party mode. From rooftop clubs to cozy bars and live music, there’s always something happening after dark. So, if you’re wondering where to grab a drink or catch some tunes, here are a few spots you need to check out. Let’s explore Baku’s nightlife scene!
Animation fans, buckle up! The 7th ANIMAFILM International Animation Festival is almost here, and it’s bringing a lineup of films so good, you might just leave the cinema with stars in your eyes—or, let’s be real, probably a few tears. The theme for this year’s festival is “Love,” so expect stories that'll tug at your heartstrings, make you laugh, and maybe even make you rethink that last awkward Tinder date. So, whether you’re in it for the emotional rollercoaster, the stunning visuals, or simply the popcorn, here are the films you won’t want to miss. And here’s a little spoiler alert: tickets are already flying like hot cakes, so grab yours on tripsome.az before you’re left watching Netflix and eating cereal. Again.
The 7th ANIMAFILM International Animation Festival is coming to Baku from October 2-6, 2024! Learn how to get your tickets, explore over 100 films, and join this exciting celebration of animation in Azerbaijan.
Mud volcanism is one of the most interesting natural geological phenomena on the Earth. Some geological, hydrogeological, and tectonic factors lead to the formation of mud volcanoes. When mixtures of gas, water, and some sediments expel at the surface of the Earth, and this process continues for a long period of time, then these mixtures take different external morphological shapes, and create mud volcanoes.
As the leaves start to turn golden and the air gets crisp, Baku is getting ready to heat things up with some incredible concerts this autumn. Whether you’re a fan of pop, rock, jazz, or something in between, this season’s lineup has something for everyone. And trust me, you won’t want to miss it—especially with the amazing artists coming to town. Let’s take a sneak peek at what’s in store, shall we?
