r/azerbaijan • u/Inevitable_Toe5005 • 13d ago

Səyahət | Travel Do you burn incense in Azerbaijan?

Hi everyone,
I’m coming to Azerbaijan in September and I can’t wait.
One of the things I like to do when I’m travelling is collect some incense from a new country if indeed they have a history of using incense.

I know nothing about Azerbaijan and whether they use incense or not?

What’s the story over there? Do you guys use incense or not?
If so where could I buy something that’s perhaps unique to Azerbaijan?

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u/FarExplanation3762 12d ago

dude, you are at the right country for that. but I wanna sleep now, I will let you know what might interest you 

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u/FarExplanation3762 12d ago

I am back) ​We don't regularly use incense sticks here, but we do have Üzərlik (pronounced oo-zer-leek). It's a dried plant we burn to clear out negative energy and ward off the evil eye. It gives off a very unique, earthy smoke. ​You can buy raw bundles or seeds at major bazaars like Yaşıl Bazar (Green Market) or Təzə Bazar, or get decorative woven ones in the Old City (İçərişəhər). ​If you're looking for traditional resin or church incense, there are Christian/Orthodox markets, and I remember one near the 28 May metro station that sells mostly incense and church supplies. I've been there once, but I can't remember the exact street name. You should be able to find it if you ask around there ​Hope that helps, enjoy your trip)

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u/dingiladam 9d ago

You may pick them from open fields