Travel guideReligion & Religious Sites in Azerbaijan

Religion & Religious Sites in Azerbaijan

Practical guide · Updated January 2026

Overview

Azerbaijan is a predominantly Muslim country but operates as a secular state. Religious tolerance is deeply embedded in Azerbaijani society.

Key information

Official religionPredominantly Muslim (majority Shia, some Sunni)

Secular stateAzerbaijan is constitutionally secular. Mosques are present but religion plays a quiet role in daily life.

Prayer timesFive daily prayers. Azan (call to prayer) audible in some areas but not omnipresent in Baku.

RamadanObserved by many but not universally. Restaurants remain open. Alcohol available throughout the year.

Mosques in BakuBibi-Heybat Mosque · Taza Pir Mosque · Juma Mosque (Old City) · Palace Mosque

SynagoguesKrasnaya Sloboda (Quba) has two functioning synagogues serving the Mountain Jewish community.

ChurchesRussian Orthodox (Baku) · Catholic · Lutheran churches also in Baku.

Visitor etiquetteCover head (women) · remove shoes at mosque entrance · scarves provided · no photography inside without permission

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