Prime Minister of Latvia Valdis Dombrovskis visited Icherisheher, one of the world`s cultural heritage sites, in Baku.
The Latvian PM viewed the Maiden Tower built in 7th-6th centuries BC and restored in the 12th century. The Tower, 28m in height and 16-16,5m in diameter, is comprised of a cylinder-like real tower and a huge supporting construction.
He viewed an exposition of stone exhibits at Syrataghly Religious and Architectural Complex discovered in 1964 during archaeological excavations to the north of Maiden Tower.
Valdis Dombrovskis was informed about Icherisheher State Historical and Architectural Reserve, which was classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
He also walked through "Kichik Gala" street in the Inner City.
The PM also visited the Palace of Shirvanshahs built in early 15th century and considered one of the landmark architectural monuments of Azerbaijan.
The Latvian PM also signed the Icherisheher State Historical and Architectural Reserve`s guest book and was presented with a keepsake.

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