I like these streets in Baku – Pellegrini

NEWS FEED17.07.2026
I like these streets in Baku – Pellegrini

Slovak President Peter Pellegrini has named one of his favorite walking routes in Baku.

elchi reports, citing Report, that in an interview with the “AnewZ” TV channel, he stated that he likes the synergy between history and modernity in Baku:

“Every time I come to Baku, I see something new. However, despite the new buildings, you still keep the old city in good condition. When you walk from the coast towards the ancient historical tower (Maiden Tower, – ed.), you enter the small historical streets of Baku. I like this very much, and I appreciate this synergy where both history is well-preserved and the 21st century is felt in the streets.”

Sharing his thoughts on the “Formula 1” held in Baku, P. Pellegrini noted that the city’s old streets add contrast and magnificence to it:

“When you watch ‘Formula 1’ on television, you see very beautiful views. Therefore, I like this unity between antiquity and modernity very much, and I see the development observed in Baku year after year.”