The international "Nine Senses Fest 2026" festival, held for the third time in Baku, has officially launched today.
Organized with the initiative and support of Leyla Aliyeva, Vice President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, the festival runs from June 12 to 14.
Taking place across six venues, the event brings together approximately 1,500 participants and 80 experts from around the world.
The theme is "From Roots to Growth," symbolized by a tree, emphasizing the need to pause, breathe, and rediscover oneself to evolve.
Guests can enjoy deep sound meditations, daf rhythms, live music, and immersive performances.
The opening ceremony featured the "Transformation" immersive meditative performance by Aura RA.
Academic director Natalya Zhukova highlighted the importance of balancing life's fast pace with inner harmony.












