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The old part of the city of Baku. Photo by Suleymannabiev.

Top 10 Remarkable Facts about Flame Towers

Flame Towers consist of three skyscrapers in Baku, Azerbaijan with the height of the tallest tower being 182m. The three towers that have the shape of fire all together are a reference to 鈥淭he Land of Five鈥� which is the nickname of Azerbaijan.

The towers are located in an area that was historically known for natural gas emissions from the ground. The Zoroastrian worshipers from Baku considered the frames to be a sign of the divine.

The three skyscrapers consist of over 33 floors, 130 residential apartments as well as a magnificent Fairmont hotel tower containing about 61 serviced apartments and 250 rooms.

There are also spacious office blocks that provide about 33,114 square meters of office space. It also hosts some of the world鈥檚 most popular brands such as the Lamborghini which is located in the East tower of the Flame Towers on the ground floor.

Below are the top 10 remarkable facts about Flame Towers

1. Flame Towers Design, Architect, and Project Management was Facilitated by Different Firms

Flame Towers was designed by Hellmuth, Obata + Kassabaum which is an American architecture, engineering, design, and urban planning firm. The entire project began in 2007 and was completed in 2012 with a cost estimate of about US$350 million.

Hill International which is an American construction consulting firm provided the project management while DIA Holdings were responsible for the design-build contractor.

Although the entire structure incurred a huge cost, the various architects and designers created a unique feature that is so magnificent.

2. The Light Displays from the Frame Tower are the Most Spectacular Worldwide

Panorama of Baku at night, Azerbaijan. Photo by AlixSaz.

Flame Towers has been covered with colorful LED screens that show the movement of the fire which can be seen from the furthest corner of the city. The front view of the three towers serves as a display screen that consists of more than 10,000 high-power LED luminaries.

As the illuminations occur, different features are formed. Some features include the colors of the Azerbaijani flag, a giant water tank that is being filled, and a giant frame. A feature of a waving flag can also be seen from the screens.

3. Flame Towers Are Featured in Documentary Television Series

Flame Towers have been featured in the documentary television series as well as Extreme engineering. Extreme engineering is a television documentary that is aired on the Science Channel and also the Discovery Channel.

In 2011, an episode that was named 鈥淎zerbaijan鈥檚 Amazing Transformation鈥� was cast as a part of season 9.

4. The Towers Appeared Prominently in the Eurovision Song Contest

Flame Towers in Baku. Photo by Asif Masimov.

The spectacular Flame Towers was featured in the trailer before many entries of the Eurovision Song Contest which was held in 2012 and hosted in Baku. This was during the 57^th edition of the great Eurovision Song Contest.

The event took place in Azerbaijan after the country had attained victory in the previous contest with the song 鈥淩unning Scared鈥�.

5. The Towers are a Prominent Landmark in the Video Game Battlefield 4

Flame Towers has also featured as a very popular landmark in the video game named Battlefield 4. The Battlefield is a very popular first-person shooter video game that was released in October and November 2013.

The video game鈥檚 first level of single-player takes place in the beautiful city of Baku. The towers were also featured frequently in the Formula One European Grand Prix which took place in Baku.

6. Each Tower is Designed to Serve a Specific Function

The old part of the city of Baku. Photo by Suleymannabiev.

Although all the towers are located together, they have been designed to serve a different and unique functions. The tallest tower which sits to the south contains 39-story residential structures with about 130 luxury apartments.

The tower on the northern side provides a spectacular view of the 318 guestrooms. The other tower that is located on the western side and consists of a class A commercial office space that looks amazing.

7. Anchoring the Three towers is an Entertainment Podium

The Flame Towers are anchored with a podium of entertainment which provides exceeding fun, especially during the nighttime. Since the tower illuminates the entire city with beautiful colors, it attracts huge masses.

The entertainment podium is also known to attract the locals, especially during the weekends they come to relax and enjoy the amazing experience.

8. During the Night the View is Indescribable

Flame towers from Baku boulevard. Photo by Xoncha.

The view of the spectacular Flame Towers especially during the night is indescribable unless you visit the area and see it by yourself. The towers are shaped like the tongues of fire which are very visible from afar due to their dazzling lights.

During the night everything around the towers is illuminated with a reddish glow making the look magnificent.

They also appear as a high mountain during the night from far as the towers are very tall. As they illuminate they also appear as three huge torches which look so stunning.

9. Flame Towers is a Tourist Attraction Site

Flame Towers is a major tourist attraction site, especially for its beautiful illuminations which have been rated the best in the entire world.

Most of the tourists also have the opportunity of not only enjoying the spectacular view and taking photos but also luxurious accommodations.

The Flame Towers offer the best experience in accommodation where the visitors can have a view of the entire city from the comfort of their rooms. There are also tasty delicacies served in the cafes.

10. The Best Time to Visit Flame Towers is During the Evening

View of Flame Towers from Baku boulevard. Photo by Azerifactory.

As you explore the beautiful city of Baku, the best time to visit Flame Towers is during the evening. That is the period when you get to experience the best of the city.

The good thing with the Flame Towers is that the experience is free and even though you are in a far location the experience is still magnificent.

Flame Towers is one of the best places to visit especially during the weekends and the holidays, with a group. The spectacular designs as well as the beautiful illuminations are indescribable.

The beautiful reddish light that appears on other structures around makes the entire city look stunning.