General Information
Located in the Old City (Icherisheher) of Baku, Azerbaijan.
The museum officially opened on April 23, 2002.
It was founded by Zarifa Salakhova, who is also the main collector.
The museum exhibits miniature books — that is, books of extremely small size — collected from various countries around the world.
Features and Collection
The museum is considered the only one of its kind in the world dedicated entirely to miniature books.
The books are incredibly small; some are as tiny as 2×2 mm.
The oldest book in the collection is a miniature Qur’an dating back to the 17th century.
In 2014, the museum’s collection was recognized by the Guinness World Records as the largest collection of miniature books in the world.
The books are published in many different languages — including Azerbaijani, Russian, English, German, Arabic, and others.
The exhibits are categorized under themes such as Azerbaijani authors, Children’s books, and Miniature books from around the world.
Visiting Information
Address: 67, 1st Qala Street, Icherisheher, Baku.
Opening hours may vary, so it is recommended to check the official website or call ahead before visiting.
Entrance is often free of charge, and guided tours are available for visitors.
Why It’s Interesting
Miniature books demonstrate exceptional craftsmanship in printing, design, and bookbinding at a remarkably small scale.
The collection is both historical and international, representing different countries and time periods.
For book lovers, it’s a rare opportunity to see how the art of publishing can be mastered even in the smallest possible format.
Brief History
Zarifa Salakhova began collecting miniature books in the 1980s.
The museum received official registration in 2000.
It gained international recognition in 2014 after being listed in the Guinness Book of World Records.