World’s first museum dedicated to the art of carpet weaving. Part of our comprehensive guide to National Museums.
Visitor Information
Opening Hours
10:00 - 18:00 (Closed Mon)
Admission
5-15 AZN (Approx $3-9)
Location
City Center / Accessible
Woven History
Shaped like a rolled-up carpet, this museum on the Baku Boulevard is home to the largest collection of Azerbaijani carpets in the world.
Weaving Schools
- Quba-Shirvan: Known for intricate geometric patterns.
- Ganja-Kazakh: Famous for bold colors and symbolic motifs.
- Karabakh: Renowned for their "Chelebi" designs.
- Tabriz: Elaborate narrative carpets showing scenes and portraits.
More in National Museums
National Museums of AzerbaijanThe country’s most significant cultural institutions.National Museum of HistoryHoused in the Taghiyev Mansion, covering prehistoric to modern times.National Art MuseumThe largest art museum in Azerbaijan.Nizami Museum of LiteratureDedicated to Azerbaijani literature and culture.