Besides their Azeri name, most islands have a Russian name that originated in the first modern cartography of the Caspian Sea made by hydrographer Fedor I. Soimonov in the 18th century.

Certain birds that visit Baku Bay, like teal ducks, herring gulls, and grebes find refuge in these islands that are uninhabited except for gas-extraction installations and a lighthouse.

To ensue these, different venues including clubs and entertainment events are planned to take place on the other side of island, so that the residents will not be disturbed.

This project has interested a lot of foreign investors, and a total of two to three billion manat ($255 000 000 - $382 000 000) has been set to implement this.

[4][5][6] According to Avesta management[7] a new Azerbaijan Tower will be 200 m higher than the current tallest building in the world, the Burj Khalifa.