The Gasim bey Bath, built in the 17th century, is a

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monument of national importance. Also named Sweet Bath for the sweets served to bathers with their tea, it is located near the Salyan gates of the fortress,

Icheri Sheher Old City or Inner City ( az, İçərişəhər) is the historical core of Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan. The Old City is the most ancient part of Baku, which is surrounded by walls. In 2007, the Old City had a population of about 3000 people. I ...

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. The bath has a traditional design, with an entrance hall, a cloakroom, baths, swimming pools and a boiler-house. Cross-shaped domes are in the dressing room and swimming pool. They were located on the sides of rooms with their chambers.

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tubes were located in the walls and under the floor for supplying water and heating.www.icherisheher.gov.az
Gasim bey Bath In 1970, the bath was reconstructed, and turned into a pharmacy known as the “Green Pharmacy”.

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