Bibiheybat by Fidan Nazim Qizi

Captured from a vantage point overlooking the Bibiheybat Motorway, this photograph documents a landscape defined by both industrial history and modern urban renewal. The image highlights the site where the world’s first exploratory oil well was drilled in 1846, now transformed into a vibrant community space featuring a reconstructed stadium, park, and modern residential housing. The photographer skillfully balances the historical weight of the region with the contemporary development of Baku, framing the scene to emphasize the evolution of the landscape. This thoughtful composition serves as a poignant visual record of how a historic oil-drilling site has been reclaimed for public recreation and cultural life.