Seyid Mirbabayev Palace: Historical Heritage of Baku
- The palace of Seyid Mirbabayev, a famous wedding singer-khankendi and oil millionaire, carries not only architectural beauty, but also the tragic fate of a unique talent.
From an experienced guide, you will learn that Seyid Mirbabayev was not only one of the best singers of his time, but also the first singer who recorded at recording studios in Riga and Warsaw. His mugham parts were performed throughout the empire, and he became an honorary member of the musical majlises.
- At the wedding of an oil millionaire, he received a well as a gift. Seyid Mirbabayev performed mugham in the splendor of dresses and jewelry, which was appreciated not only by the Mejlis, but also by the groom himself. The well brought a lot of oil, making khankendi a millionaire.
- Having decided to retire from musical activity, Mirbabayev became the owner of the "Governor's House", built in the style of the French Renaissance. Through difficulties and financial losses, he created his own palace, where he rented apartments.
- With the change of time came difficulties. Under Soviet rule, all of Mirbabayev's property was confiscated. Emigrating to France, he faced bankruptcy in 1929, going into poverty.
- Despite the tragic fate, Mirbabayev's records scattered around the world, and his music has survived to this day. In Tehran, in complete poverty, he spent the last years performing in an Azerbaijani teahouse.
- Book an excursion to the palace, which is first of all the pride of Mirbabayev. Find out what changes the palace has undergone over time, becoming the head office of the State Oil Company of the Republic of Azerbaijan.
