The section dedicated to the Turkish soldiers at the Martyrs’ Memorial in Baku is a solemn tribute to the brave souls who fought and sacrificed their lives for Azerbaijan. This part of the memorial is adorned with meticulously arranged graves, each marked with a headstone bearing the names and ranks of the fallen Turkish soldiers. The area is imbued with a sense of reverence and respect, symbolizing the deep bond and historical camaraderie between Turkey and Azerbaijan. Flags of both nations flutter side by side, and a prominent monument stands tall, engraved with heartfelt inscriptions honoring the soldiers’ valor and dedication. The serene atmosphere, coupled with the beautifully maintained surroundings, serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made for freedom and solidarity, fostering a sense of unity and shared heritage between the two brotherly nations.

The other part of cemetery has the memorial of the martyrs from the 1992 war between Armenia and Azerbaijan. This cemetery, stretching over half a kilometer, contains hundreds of graves of soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the motherland. One grave that attracts special attention is that of a Jewish Azerbaijani soldier who laid down his life for the homeland. It is noteworthy that a significant Jewish community has been residing in Azerbaijan for centuries.

At the end of the cemetery, there is a memorial with eight stars, where an eternal flame burns continuously. This is a way of paying tribute to the martyrs, a tradition taken from the Zoroastrian religion. As we all know   Zoroastrianism has great impact on Azerbaijani culture. Moving back from the memorial with the eternal flame, you will find the monument on the shores of the Caspian Sea divided into various sections made of marble. These sections are constructed like a vast courtyard, from which three paths lead to the seashore. One path is for vehicles, another is for stairs, and the last one is for the train, which we used efficiently to commute to and from the memorial.

Additionally, this memorial is enhanced by the statue of the commander of the Russian tank brigade who led Russia to victory over Germany in World War II, and the beautiful mosque built in the style of Hagia Sophia, symbolizing Turkish-Azerbaijani friendship.