The Sabayel Castle in this city fell into the sea in the 14th century.
The Sabayel Castle in this city fell into the sea in the 14th century. Ludwig and Robert Nobel, Alfred's brothers, made their fortunes in the Branobel company while living in its "Black City." Fath Ali Khan died in this city after uniting its khanate with the Quba khanate. Adolf Hitler symbolically chose a piece of dark chocolate cake representing this city for his birthday in 1941. Ten thousand Muslims were shot during this city's "March Days" after 26 commissars formed a commune composed of Bolshevik and SR members in 1918. During classical times, this city was known for its Yanar Dag or continuous natural fires on its Absheron peninsula. During World War II, it was the target of Operation Edelweiss, which led to the Battle of Stalingrad. In the1890s, this city produced more than 50 percent of the world's oil. For 10 points, name this city on the Caspian, which is now the capital of Azerbaijan.
The Sabayel Castle in this city fell into the sea in the 14th century.
Baku, Azerbaijan