Azerbaijan was the colony of Russia for a long period of time. Azerbaijan people always struggled for freedom and independence. The 20th century is known in history not only as of…
Years of the II World War in the 20th century was the most difficult and terrible period for all mankind. Fascism born in Germany and Italy kept under danger not only…
The sacred holiday Ramazan determined for the Moslems in the second pilgrimage year (year 622). Ramazan teaches people how to love Allah, to test their will and patience, it makes…
The holiday of Gurban (sacrifice) is one of the grandiose holidays of the Islamic world. Two holidays of Islam eydul-ezha (known as Gurban Bayram) and eydul-fitra (Orujlug — the holiday of fasting,…
The 8th of March is the international day of solidarity of women in the struggle for economic, social and political equality. Celebration of the International Women Day adopted with the proposition…
January (‘Janvarus’ in Latin), named in the honour of ancient Rome God Yanus, is the first month in the Gregorian calendar adopted in 1582. By the order of the Russian…
Novruz is widely celebrated in our country as the symbol of winter’s leaving and spring’s coming. Novruz is celebrated on the first day of spring. The first day of spring…
Gusar (Shahdag mountain and ski resort) Across the centuries, the north-east corner of Azerbaijan has served as the gateway between Europe and the Middle East. Here, in the shadow of…
Beshbarmag and Candy Cane Mountains Pir Khidr Zinda – or Khidir Zunja – is a sacred place for Muslims, located at the foot of the Beshbarmag Mountain in the district…
Lahic, one of the oldest settlements in Azerbaijan, lies deep in the southern foothills of the Great Caucasus on the slopes of the Niyal mountain range. The barren surroundings of…