HOTELS AND RECREATION AREAS

1.Sheraton Baku Hotel Airport

Baku, Heydar Aliyev International Airport

Distance to center — 16.8 km

The comfortable hotel is located 15 minutes from Absheron Beach.

Well-groomed rooms are offered, equipped with everything necessary for comfortable living. Here you will find comfortable furniture, a flat-screen TV. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower.

The snack is served with a delicious and satisfying breakfast. There are also many Mediterranean dishes. The bar offers drinks for every taste and choice.

The distance to the airport is 0.5 km, to the railway line-19.4 km. The main sights and architectural monuments can be reached in 25 minutes by car.

 

2. Ramada Hotel Baku

Baku, Salyan Highway, Shikhov 1023 

Distance to center — 12.7 km

"Ramada Baku Hotel" is very close to the Sea coast. The beach can be reached in just a few minutes.

There are 79 comfortable rooms of different categories for accommodation. Each of them is made in an individual style, equipped with high-quality furniture and technical equipment for comfortable rest.

Lunch and dinner are available in the hotel's restaurant. Delicious dishes of both European and national cuisine are served here.

You can rent a conference room for holding solemn ceremonies and business meetings. The distance to the nearest airport is 27 km and to the train station-9 km.

 

3. Aysberg Resort

Baku, Salyan Highway, Shikhov Beach

Distance to center — 13.3 km 

"Aysberq Resort" is located in Baku. Upon arrival at the head of the apartment, you can use the transfer service at any time, and for arrivals with your own car, there are private parking lots. If necessary, you can use the laundry, as well as the pool and fitness center. Guests are provided with bright and comfortable rooms of various categories. All rooms have been painted with warm pastel colors, comfortable beds, high-quality furniture, and modern technical equipment. The private bathroom has all the necessary appliances.

The local restaurant" Isbek " offers excellent dishes on the menu. It is possible to order food and drinks in the room. You can also go to nearby cafes, bars or fast food points. A business center operates specifically for business people to conduct important negotiations, organize interviews or meetings.

Within two kilometers from the hotel, you can see Bibi-Heybat, Highland park, and Flame tow towers.

9.6 km from the hotel to the airport and 27.8 km to the railway station. there is distance.

 

4. Golden Coast Resort

Baku, Mikayil Huseynov Avenue, 14

Distance to center — 7.4 km

"Golden Coast Resort" Hotel is located just a few steps from the Caspian Sea. The hotel offers the following services: luggage storage, air conditioning, Internet, 24-hour registration office, massage, sauna, and currency exchange. There are rooms of different categories for those who want to stay at the hotel. Each of them was created in an individual style, provided with high-quality furniture and equipment for comfortable rest.

Located on the territory of the hotel, the restaurant offers a wide range of dishes and drinks. A conference room for important events, banquets, and business meetings can also be rented.

The nearest railway station is located at a distance of 4 km, and the airport is about 21.9 km.

 

5. Intourist Hotel

Baku, Mikayil Huseynov Avenue, 51

Distance to center — 6.8 km

"Hotel Intourist" is located 0,3 km from the Seacoast, and 20 minutes from the nearest metro station. Wireless W-Fi is available in the area. Each room is equipped with air conditioning, satellite TV, and furniture. Private bathrooms have been provided with hairdryers and saucers for hair drying.

Guests can dine at the restaurant on the hotel's territory. Dishes of traditional Azerbaijani cuisine and various drinks can be ordered here.

The nearest airport is located 21.7 km from the hotel and the railway station is 3.2 km away. Museums and cultural centers are within walking distance of the hotel.

 

6.  Holiday Inn Baku Hotel

Baku, Keykab Khanum, 5

Distance to center — 3.8 km

The hotel is located near the Seacoast, 13 minutes from the metro station. The famous architectural monument “Maiden Tower” is located 1,5 km from the hotel. Wireless W-Fi is available in the area. The hotel consists of comfortable rooms made in a simple classical style. Comfortable beds, orthopedic mattresses, light windows, air conditioning, flat-screen TV, etc. there are.

Guests can use the mini-bar or the hotel's restaurant. Lunch can also be ordered by number.

In 20 minutes' walk from the hotel are the main cultural centers, tourist facilities, shopping, and entertainment complexes.

 

7. Boulevard Baku Autograph Collection Hotel

Baku, Khagani Rustamov Street, 4c

Distance to center — 4 km

The doors of the Hotel" Boulevard Baku Autograph Collection " were opened to all guests of Sunny Baku. W-Fi, parking, transfer, excursions, etc. at your service.

The attractive colors of the rooms create an incredible harmony for relaxation. Here you have everything for your comfortable and comfortable life, to feel good. The restaurant, which operates on the territory of the hotel, can order the most delicious dishes from local, European, and other cuisines. Nearby shops, cafes, sightseeing places of the city, as well as public transport stops that will facilitate the movement around the city are at your service.

 

8. Landmark Baku

Address: Baku, Nizami Street, 90a

Distance to center — 3.9 km

"Landmark Baku" is located in a very convenient part of Baku. It takes a few minutes to get to the beach and the main infrastructure facilities the hotel has comfortable rooms of various categories and reasonable prices for its guests. Conditions have been created for the comfort of each guest, the rooms are provided with necessary furniture and modern appliances.

All types of services are provided in the hotel's restaurant.

The distance to the nearest airport is about 19 km and to the railway station 500 m.

 

9. Park Inn by Radisson Azerbaijan Hotel

Address: Baku, Azadlig Avenue, 1

Distance to center — 4.5 km

Park Inn by Radisson Azerbaijan is located very close to the city center and the coast of the Caspian Sea.

Landing service rooms include air conditioning, flat-screen TV, mini bar, various equipment, wireless access to the Wi-Fi network. The private bathroom is equipped with the necessary items for personal hygiene. In the morning there is a delicious and delicious snack. In the evenings, delicious dishes of national cuisine are pleasing to the eye. The bar offers tourists a variety of drinks.

The nearest airport is located at a distance of 19.7 km, the railway station — 0.9 km.

 

10. Hyatt Regency Hotel

Address: Baku, Izmir Street, 1033

Distance to center — 4.3 km

The comfortable, modern hotel is located in the historically significant area of the city, close to the developed infrastructure.

The hotel offers comfortable and eye-catching rooms, flat-screen TV, air conditioning. The private bathroom is equipped with the necessary items for personal hygiene. The stylish restaurant offers a different menu. Drinks are available to everyone's taste at the bar.

The nearest airport is 20.8 km, and the railway station is 2.3 km away.

Guests can all attend health and beauty treatments.

 

11.  Diplomat Baku Hotel

Address: Baku, Suleyman Rahimov Street, 185

Distance to center — 4 km

The modern hotel is located in the city center, 0.2 km from the famous Heydar Aliyev Palace. Guests are offered beautiful and pretty rooms in classic style. Everything you need for comfortable living — plasma TV, tea and coffee accessories, as well as wireless access to W-Fi network. The private bathroom is equipped with the necessary items for personal hygiene. The modern-style restaurant offers a variety of dishes, including a menu of European dishes. In the morning snack prepared with pleasure, it is at the disposal of the guests to choose different dishes.

The road to the airport is 19,8 km and to the railway line-0,6 km. An example of popular culture — the Opera and Ballet Theater is located 7 minutes from the residence.

 

12. Excelsior Hotel & Spa Baku

Address: Baku, Heydar Aliyev Avenue, 2

Distance to center — 2 km

"Excelsior" Spa Hotel is located in Baku. Guest services: parking, W-Fi, newspaper, air conditioning, 24-hour reception, terrace for sunbathing, etc. included. For guests there are rooms with different categories. Each of them is made in an individual style and equipped with the necessary furniture for comfortable rest. A variety of dishes are served in the hotel's restaurant. There is a wide range of delicious dishes.

Solemn events can be organized in the banquet hall.

The nearest railway station is located at a distance of 2 km, the airport is about 17 km away.

 

13. Grand Hotel Europe

Address: Baku, Tbilisi Avenue, 1025/3

Distance to center — 4 km 

"Grand Hotel Europe" is located in Baku. The main infrastructure facilities can be reached in just a few minutes. There are 94 rooms of different categories for guests. Each of them is made in an individual style and equipped with the necessary furniture. It is also equipped with the necessary equipment for comfortable rest. In the morning, guests can have a snack in the hotel restaurant. Delicious drinks are also served here.

The nearest railway station is located at a distance of about 3 km, and the airport-21 km.


14. Shakh Palace Hotel

Address: Baku, Gosha Gala, 47

Distance to center — 5.3 km

Located a 3-minute walk from the metro station” Shah Palace Hotel". The rooms are always ready for guests, each of them is designed in strict classical style. Guests are waiting for comfortable rooms, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and a bathroom with personal hygiene items. The hotel has a restaurant with traditional Azerbaijani and European cuisine. Delicious snacks are served here in the morning.

The International Airport is located at a distance of 20,8 km, and the railway station at 1,7 km. A few steps from the Hotel, Baku seaside boulevard is located.

 

15. JW Marriott Absheron Baku Hotel

Address: Baku, Azadlig Avenue 674

Distance to center — 4 km

"JW Marriott Absheron Baku" is located in the central part of Baku. Near the hotel, there are shopping and entertainment places, as well as business areas. Premium rooms are available for guests with their own equipment: air conditioners working in a cooler mode, new generation TVs, Chargers, safes, etc. There is an additional option for your business or leisure — Wi-Fi. The rooms in each category have baths and showers. To take care of each guest, the hotel provides them with individual hygienic things. In the area, you will find restaurants, bars, and coffee shops.

For sports fans, there is an indoor pool and a gym. The railway station is near the hotel, and the airport can be reached within 20 minutes by car.

 

16. Lake Palace Baku Hotel

Address: Baku, Z. Khalilov Street, 63a

Distance to center — 5.5 km

"Lake Palace Baku" hotel is located in Baku. Guests are provided with many services here. You can go in for sports in the gym and then relax in the sauna, you can also swim in the pool or take a massage. For guests, there are comfortable rooms of different categories and reasonable prices. Each room is designed in a classic style. The decor of the rooms includes spacious sleeping areas, designer furniture, and modern appliances. The beautiful view of the city from the balcony fascinates everyone.

Guests can enjoy a delicious snack every morning. The restaurant offers excellent local and European dishes. Snacks and drinks are available at the bar to everyone's taste.

There is a conference room in the area, which is very convenient to conduct important negotiations and organize interviews, especially for businessmen.

Nearby there are various metro stations where you can move to any place in the city. The park of officers, the Philharmonic garden, and the Mosque of Muhammad is very close to us. The distance to the airport is about 22 kilometers.

 

17. Badamdar Hotel

Address: Baku, Mikail Mushfig, 1c

Distance to center — 8.1 km

Hotel "Badamdar" is located in a quiet area of the city. Each room is connected to the W-Fi network, the rooms have a modern flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and a balcony allowing you to enjoy a wonderful view of the city. The rooms of the hotel are painted in calm and eye-catching colors, which makes a pleasant impression on the rest. High-skilled chefs prepare traditional dishes in the aristocratic restaurant. In the morning, a delicious and varied snack is served.

The distance to the airport is 23,8 km, to the railway line — 4,7 km.

 

18. Hilton Baku

Address: Baku, Azadlig Avenue, 1B

Distance to center — 4.4 km

"Hilton Baku" hotel is open to all guests of this beautiful city. W-Fi, park, laundry, sauna, transfer, and other services available for guests. Each of the rooms will please you with its comfort, pleasant atmosphere, interior, and amenities.

In the restaurant, you will enjoy the delicious dishes of the cooks. The hotel has a conference hall with all the necessary facilities for various events.

There are many shops and cafes around the hotel. Also, the proximity of public transport vehicles facilitates movement.

 

19. Premier Expo Hotel

Address: Baku, Aga Neymatulla Street, 48

Distance to center — 1.7 km 

"Premier Expo Hotel" is located in Baku. Guests are provided with many services here. You can use the shuttle while you are staying at the hotel. The hotel has a fitness center, spa and free W Car owners are provided with special parking. For guests, there are rooms of different categories. Each of them has comfortable beds, high-quality furniture, and modern appliances. The private bathroom provides guests with personal hygienic items.

Guests are offered delicious and varied breakfasts. Food and drinks can be ordered in the room. The hotel's restaurant offers excellent dishes from the menu. On the territory of the hotel, there is a conference hall, which is especially convenient for businessmen to conduct negotiations, conduct interviews or hold a solemn ceremony.

Nearby is the Heydar Aliyev Center. It has a distance of about 16.5 km to the airport and 3.1 km to the railway station.

 

20. Four Seasons Hotel

Address: Baku, Neftchilar Avenue, 1

Distance to center — 5.8 km

The hotel is located near the picturesque seacoast and the sights of the city. Guests are offered comfortable rooms designed in a unique style. From the windows of the rooms, there is a panoramic view of incredible beauty. Here you will find comfortable beds, a flat-screen TV, wireless access to the W-Fi network. The private bathroom provides you with everything you need.

Dishes of Italian cuisine are served in the restaurant. The Bar can delight guests with a wide range of drinks.

The nearest airport is 21 km, and the railway station is 2,3 km away. A large-scale shopping center is located near the hotel.

 

21. Fairmont Baku Hotel

Address: Baku, Mehdi Huseyn, 1а

Distance to center —  6.5 km 

Hotel "Fairmont Baku" is waiting for its guests in Baku. At your service W-Fi, parking, bath, massage, transfer, etc. there are services. 

Each room has everything necessary to make your rest comfortable and pleasant impression of your stay.

In the restaurant, which operates on the territory, you can taste delicious dishes of world cuisine and have a great time. 

There is a conference hall equipped with all the necessary equipment for holding events here.

Sightseeing places in the city, cafes, and shops are near the hotel. It is also near public transport stops, which makes it easier for everyone in the city.

 

22.   Hotel Caucasus Baku City and Residences

Address: Baku, Tbilisi Avenue, 34

Distance to center — 4.5 km

Hotel "Qafqaz Baku City and Residences" is waiting for its guests in Baku. At your service W-Fi, parking, bath, massage, transfer, etc. there are services.

Conditions have been created for the comfort of each guest, the rooms are provided with necessary furniture and modern appliances. Each of the rooms will please you with its comfort, pleasant atmosphere, interior, and amenities. In the hotel restaurant, you can order delicious food and have a nice time.

There is a conference hall equipped with all the necessary equipment for holding events here.

Sightseeing places in the city, cafes, and shops are near the hotel. Public transport stops are also nearby, which makes it easier to move in the city.

 

23. Sapphire Inn Hotel

Address: Baku, Hasan Abdullayev Street, 5 

Distance to center — 5.6 км

Hotel "Sapphire Inn" is located in the city center. At the service of guests, there is a car parking, washing machine, internet, etc. there are.

There are 56 rooms of different categories and prices for the accommodation of guests. Each room is equipped with the necessary furniture and modern appliances.

Lunch and dinner can be served at nearby restaurants and cafes. There is also a grocery store right near the hotel.

The distance to the nearest railway station is 2 km, and to the airport — 21 km.

 

24. Divan Express Baku Hotel

Address: Baku, Hasanoglu Street, 15

Distance to center — 0.9 km

Hotel" Divan Express Baku " is located in Baku. At the service of the guests, there is a car park, internet, press, and food delivery.

For accommodation of guests comfortable rooms of different categories are offered. Each of them is designed in different styles and provided with all the necessary furniture and equipment for your rest.

Meals are organized in the hotel's restaurant. Here, guests are offered a variety of dishes and drinks at an affordable price.

The Banquet Hall of this place is rented for holding solemn events.

The distance to the airport is 17 km, to the railway station — 2.6 km.

 

RECREATION AREAS IN THE REGIONS

I. North direction.

Guba (168 km from Baku). It is a picturesque land with rich vegetation and lots of apple orchards. Among the places where tourists visit with great interest are the waterfalls of Afurja, Kunkhart, and Pirbanovsha, Gachresh, Nugadi, Tanga six resorts, ancient stone pools filled with hot hydrogen sulfide spring waters. In Khinalig, a high mountain village, whose inhabitants speak a language no one knows anywhere in the world, there remains a unique temple of fire-worshippers of IX century. Other architectural monuments include mausoleum in Agbil village, Juma Mosque, and Sakina-khanim mosque, ancient towers.

Khachmaz (157 km from Baku). The mild climate creates ideal conditions for dense forests to the flat shore of the Caspian Sea and attracts many tourists eager to relax from the smoke and noise of the city. There are many mineral springs, the most famous of which is the fountain “Istisu”. The Khachmaz region is also rich in historical, cultural, and architectural monuments. The ancient fortress city of Khudat, the mosque-Madrasa of Shah Abbas, the mosque of Sheikh Yusif (XV century), the ancient settlements and burial mounds of the Bronze Age, The “Iron Gates” of the Derbent fortress. The largest tourist zone of this region is Nabran, which has numerous beaches, picturesque coasts, developed tourist infrastructure. Many recreation areas of different levels, cafes, restaurants, night discos make your stay in Nabran interesting and memorable.

In Nabran “Palermo”, “Green Villa”, “Atlant”, “Lotos”, “Aqua park”, “Dalga”, “Ober Lux”, “Orman”, “Palermo”, “Mayak”, “Forester House”, “Mirvari”, “Elvin”, “Malibu” recreation areas are offered in Seyidli settlement.

Shabran (122 km from Baku). The region is famous for its medicinal mineral spring “Galaalti”, hunting and fishing farms, historical monuments (ruins of ancient Chirag Gala Castle, Shabran ancient settlement, ancient architectural monuments) located in foothills zone of Greater Caucasus, mysterious views of mountains, valleys, and forests.

Gusar (180 km from Baku). It borders with Dagestan. This mountainous area, covered with broad-leaved forests, with numerous springs, waterfalls, small lakes, is attractive for recreation. The highest point of Azerbaijan — Bazarduzu mountain (4466 m) is located here. A state Reserve has been created on a large territory. While summer is distinguished by coolness, winter attracts lovers of frosty weather and continuous snow cover. You can take a walk in the "Alistan baba " beech forest and on the route of familiarization with folk applied arts such as carpet weaving, wood carving, embroidery.

One of the historical monuments of the region is the mausoleum of Sheikh Juney of XV century, the Museum of Russian poet Lermontov, who visited here 170 years ago. Lovers of exotic cuisine can taste fine meat dishes in small local restaurants with an unusual taste, with the addition of fragrant greens and spicy spices.

Khizi (located 104 km from Baku). It is a mountain district located near Baku. It has a temperate arid climate. From the East, surrounded by the Caspian Sea, most of the region is covered with forests. One of the remarkable places of the district is Mount Beshbarmag, which is called Beshbarmag for its miraculous form and has many legends connected with it.

The district also houses one of Azerbaijan's natural beauty — Altiaghaj. Altiaghaj National Park with rich flora and fauna has been created here. There are many historical monuments in the region: walls of Bashbarmag Castle (VIII century), ruins of the ancient city and Khizi Castle (V century), etc.

II. North-west direction.

Shamakhi (135 km from Baku). Around Shamakhi are amazing Meadows and forests, snow-capped mountains suitable for skiing and mountaineering. In the mountains, there is also Pirgulu Reserve, an astrophysical observatory named after Nasreddin Tusi operates.

Shamakhi is an ancient city with a history of not less than 3000 years. During our period, tourists can visit remains of Gulustan and Gala-Bugurt fortresses, the vault of Shirvan Khans, medieval tombs, Juma Mosque with two minarets (743 years), caravanserai complex with ancient underground baths (XIV century), and other buildings and architectural monuments of the past.

Shamakhi region is famous for dessert wines that can be tasted in any village. It attracts attention with an abundance of forest fruits and medicinal herbs.

Ismayilli (185 km from Baku). The climate here is mild hot in the Lowland and Foothill zone and cold in the high mountains. “Ismayilli” Reserve, which protects various plant and animal species, has been created in the region. Remains of Gasimkhan, Javanshir, Girkoshag castles, legendary Fitdag Castle, Khan Castle, and “Maiden Tower” in Khanarli village (11-12 centuries) attract many tourists who are lovers of history and past.

Gabala (225 km from Baku). Forested mountains, crystal water sources, mysterious subalpine and alpine meadows, a small chestnut forest, whose age exceeds 500 years, attract numerous vacationers of different ages here.

There are the ruins of the ancient city, tombs, holy shrines, mosques and fortresses, temples, ancient defense buildings of the IX century, and many other monuments of the past.

Gabala has long been specialized in providing services to visitors, offering both short-term and long-term rest and excursions to the ancient region.

Sheki-Gakh-Zagatala region (300-370 km from Baku). The territory of this region is located on the southern slope of the Greater Caucasus and is covered with forests consisting of fisticuffs, hornbeam, chestnuts, walnuts, oak, and other trees. Many rare animals live here in Zagatala, Ilisu, and Turyanchay reserves and rare Eldar pine grows in natural conditions.

The age of some plane trees here is more than 500 years. And in the park “Dede Gorgud” in Zagatala city the age of one of the 8 plane trees reaches 700 years. In the north of Sheki, untouched forests stretch on the territory of "Gelersen-Gorersen", where they come to breathe fresh air. The city of Sheki, founded 2600 years ago, attracts tourists with its numerous historical monuments. Ancient settlements were built by great architects, castles, towers, mosques, the Palace of Sheki Khans, caravanserais of XVIII century, as well as the grave of Hadji Murad. The Church of St. Elysee-the oldest Albanian temple founded in the II century remained in the village of Kish of Sheki region.

Shaki craftsmen are famous for their work, pottery, metal and wood souvenirs, silk fabrics, and carpets. The rich Sheki cuisine, especially its sweets, is famous far from Azerbaijan.

III. South direction.

Masalli (232 km from Baku). The region is surrounded by the Caspian Sea on the one hand and Talysh mountains on the other. There are small lakes and waterfalls in the forests of a wonderful climate here, and many Sulfur Springs with the most famous Istisu spring.

Historical monuments are represented by mosques of XVI-XIX centuries, the mausoleum of Seyid Sadig, Arkivan fortress. Secrets of traditional crafts are transmitted from generation to generation.

In the villages of the district, you can find colorful, small products made of wood, carpets, original woven mats.

Lankaran-Astara (268-313 km from Baku). The subtropical climate, rivers, and Hot Springs create favorable conditions for growing vegetables all year round, as well as setting up many orchards and tea plantations here.

The non-tall Talysh mountains are covered with forests, in which relict trees predominate. Hirkan National Park and Gizilagach Reserve are located in the territory of the region and many rare animals — deer, roe deer, lynx, wolf, and even rare tiger are found.

Especially in Astara, there are good beaches (Sandy, Pebble), the water here is very transparent and clean. Ballabur Tower, Khan's palace, mosque and minaret of XIX century, ruins of an ancient castle in Astara, caravanserai of XVII century, the mausoleum of XII century remained among architectural monuments. The local cuisine is especially famous for its dishes, which include fish, poultry meat, and the use of unusual spices.

IV. West direction.

Ganjabasar (300 km from Baku). The famous zone under this name includes 10 regions located in the west of Azerbaijan in the surrounding areas of ganja, Mingachevir, Gazakh, Aghstafa, and other cities.

This region, one of the ancient centers of the East, is rich in historical, architectural, and religious monuments. Among them is Juma Mosque of XIX century, mausoleums of Sheikh Ibrahim and Nizami, Imamzada complex of XVI century, city baths, a medieval fortress, rare “Sinig korpu” of XII century in Gazakh, mounds of Bronze Age in Khans, ancient castles, and towers, and beautiful feudal Castle in Shamkir. There are roe deer, mountain goats, wild boars, and many other species of animals in the mountain forests and meadows. At a distance of 25 km from the city of ganja, Goygol is located, the Pearl of the Azerbaijani nature, around which the Goygol Reserve was established.

Other well-groomed places in the nature of this region — “Gizil Gala”, caves of Aveydagh mountain, and rich Tugay forests can be noted. Carpet weaving, weaving and embroidery, silk, and porcelain production have been developed in the region since ancient times. And, of course, gourmets can taste the unique exquisite dishes of local cuisine in numerous small restaurants, tourist bases, and recreation areas.

V. The Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic.

The majority of the territory of Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, being a mountainous region located at 1000 meters above sea level, has a rich natural and rare cultural heritage. There are many museums, hotels, restaurants, and a modern Olympic Complex in Nakhchivan, the capital of which is one of the ancient cultural centers of the East.

The cities of this region are distinguished by their historical monuments, cozy streets and squares, and unique hospitality. The plant world of the Republic is rich with broad-leaved forests. Many rare species of animals live here.

Among them are the tombs of Yusif Kuseyr and Momina Khatun, the mausoleum of Naimi, Alinja castle, ruins of Gilan city, ancient bridges, etc. many historical and architectural monuments remain. Since ancient times, local craftsmen have improved carpet weaving, embroidery, wood carving, and silk fabric.