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German Kai Gauger wrote about bird species in Nakhchivan

From May 20th to 28th Kai Gauger led a trip along the birding hotspots in  Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic. The guests were from Germany, Austria, Denmark and Great Britain.

Kai Gauger shared a report about his visit to Nakhchivan on the webpage www.birdingaze.blogspot.com.

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Participants of “Nakhchivan the Capital of Islamic Culture-2018” opening ceremony got acquainted with Nakhchivan

Chairman of the Supreme Majlis of Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic Vasif Talibov, Director General of the Islamic Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization Abdulaziz Othman Altwaijri,minister of culture of the Republic of Azerbaijan Abulfas Garayev and representatives of foreign countries who came to the autonomous republic to participate in the opening ceremony of “Nakhchivan the Capital of Islamic Culture-2018” visited the Nakhchivangala Historical-Architectural Complex. 

It was noted that the territory of Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic is one of the ancient settlements of the world. Throughout history, rich cultural and architectural examples have been created in this ancient land. Among these monuments, Nakhchivangala is of great importance. The castle was not only defensive, but also became an integral element of the urban culture formed here. The restoration of Nakhchivangala began in 2010, the previous appearance of the castle returned. In order to provide the protection of the ancient historical-cultural heritage of Nakhchivan, in accordance with the Decree of the Chairman of the Supreme Majlis of Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic dated June 5, 2013 “Nakhchivangala” Historical-Architectural Museum Complex was established. There are different household items of V-III millenniums B.C, ceramic products of the Late Bronze and Early Iron ages, copper tools, gravestone monuments, arms, armoured clothes.

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Opening ceremony of "Nakhchivan - Capital of Islamic Culture 2018"

Nakhchivan State Musical Drama Theater hosted the opening ceremony of "Nakhchivan - Capital of Islamic Culture 2018" on June 20.

Director General of the Islamic Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization Abdulaziz Othman Altwaijri, Minister of Culture of the Republic of Azerbaijan Abulfas Garayev, Minister of Culture of Algeria Azzadin Mihobi, Minister of Culture, Sports and Historical and Cultural Heritage of the Republic of Guinea Sanosi Bantama Sou, Minister of Education and Culture of the Republic of Indonesia Muhajir Afandi, Minister of Culture of the Republic of Tajikistan Shamsaddin Shodibek, Minister of Culture of Uzbekistan Bakhtiyar Seyfullayev, Secretary General of the International Organization of Turkic Culture Dusen Kaseinov, President of the Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences Akif Alizadeh and other guests visited the monument of our national leader Heydar Aliyev and laid flowers at the statue of the great leader.

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Meeting at the Supreme Majlis of Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic

Chairman of the Supreme Majlis of   Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, Chairman of the Organizing Committee established due to the declaration of Nakhchivan city as the Capital of Islamic Culture for 2018 Vasif Talibov met Abdulaziz Othman Altwaijri,Director General of the Islamic Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization and the representatives of foreign countries that came to the autonomous republic to attend the opening ceremony of "Nakhchivan - Capital of Islamic Culture 2018" on June 20.

The Chairman of the Supreme Majlis welcomed the guests in the city of Nakhchivan, the sacred land of Azerbaijan and expressed his gratitude to the initiators of the declaration of Nakhchivan city as the Capital of Islamic Culture for 2018. It was noted that the work on the election of Nakhchivan city as the Capital of Islamic Culture has been successfully carried out by the attention and support of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Mr. Ilham Aliyev since 2009. The monuments of Turkic-Islamic culture have been restored, books about Islam and its values ​​have been published. The logo and souvenirs of "Nakhchivan - Capital of Islamic Culture 2018" were also created, and badges, envelopes and postage stamps which have logo on them were published.

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The residence of Nakhchivan khanates– Khan palace

Nakhchivan, one of the ancient cultural centers of the Near East, is rich in centuries-old historical monuments, examples reflecting the great power and history of our people.

Taking into account its special position in the history of national statehood of Azerbaijan, this ancient cultural pearl began to operate as “Khan Palace” State Historical-Architectural Museum on the basis of the Decree of the Chairman of the Supreme Majlis of Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic Mr. Vasif Talibov dated October 23, 2010. During the visit this cultural institution we talked Nazakat Asadova, the director of the museum, the Honored culture worker of the Republic of Azerbaijan. We were informed that Nakhchivan khanate which founded by Heydargulu khan in 1747 occupied a significant place in the history of our national statehood. The Turkmenchay treaty signed on the basis of the results of Russia-Iran war on February 10, 1828, the existence of Nakhchivan khanate was abolished as other khanates of Northern Azerbaijan. The same year, Nakhchivan and Erivan khanates were abolished and joined Russia on March 21. According to Nazakat khanim, later, headquarters of Kangarli cavalry housed in the palace. In 1918-1920 the headquarters of Nakhchivan National Defense Council moved here. Although the Khan palace has been in a state of disrepair at various times, it has been preserved to this day, the interior and facade of the building were decorated with national ornaments, the yard was renovated and modern lighting system was installed.

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