Encouraging Artistic Evolution in Azerbaijan

Baku, the jewel of the Caspian, has a rich cultural heritage and is fast becoming a point of artistic convergence between East and West. This unprecedented period of architectural and artistic consciousness was heralded by the creation of the Heydar Aliyev Centre, winner of several design awards. The arts are strongly promoted by the government in Azerbaijan, with numerous galleries scattered across the city. We explore YARAT, the organisation taking the lead in Azerbaijan’s artistic evolution.