Neft Daşları

The offshore city of Neft Daşları extends across the Caspian Sea with numerous oil platforms connected by 200 kilometers of steel bridges and trestle walkways.

The construction of Neft Daşları began in 1949 after oil discovery at 1,100 meters depth, marking the establishment of the world's first offshore oil platform.

The settlement maintains a complete town infrastructure with housing blocks, medical facilities, a theater, and sports areas for its 2,000 rotating shift workers.

Workers reach the settlement through a dedicated heliport system, staying for 15-day shifts before returning to mainland Azerbaijan for an equal rest period.

Seven decommissioned ships were deliberately sunk around the settlement to create an artificial protective bay against the Caspian Sea's strong waves.

Location: Pirallahy raion

Inception: 1949

Elevation above the sea: 0 m

GPS coordinates: 40.25222,50.84000

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:52