With the support of the Indian Embassy in Azerbaijan, a workshop themed on India has been held at Ganjlik Mall. The event was organised as part of the Ambassador Cultural Club project at the initiative of the Arts Council of Azerbaijan, Azernews reports. Curated by Samira Faizova, the workshop brought together artists …
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Renowned opera singer’s students shine at International Mugham Center
The International Mugham Centre has hosted a concert by the Musical Vocal School of People’s Artist Fidan Hajiyeva. The musical evening was timed to Azerbaijan’s Victory Day achieved in the 44-day Patriotic War and National Flag Day, Azernews reports. First, a minute of silence was observed to honour the memory of the …
Read More »Baku hosts Azerbaijan Dance Festival
The Azerbaijan Dance Festival has been held at JW Marriott Absheron’s ballroom. The International Dance Congress, the World Championship in the European program according to WDC, and the Night of the Dancing Diamonds were organized as part of the event, Azernews reports. The festival was organized by the Azerbaijan Dance Union, led …
Read More »Take a look at National Parks for wildlife spotting
With its lush vegetation and abundant wildlife, Absheron National Park offers magnificent scenery for all those fascinated by nature. Established on the basis of Absheron State Nature Sanctuary, the park stretches 783 ha in the administrative territory of Baku city. The park’s territory is mostly covered with sea sand. Coastal …
Read More »Beshbarmag Mountain. Sacred site for pilgrims
Beshbarmag Mountain holds great significance as a sacred site for pilgrims who visit regularly. It is believed that the prophet Khidr once journeyed here in search of a life potion. Today, locals and tourists climb to this mysterious mountain to pray for strength and good fortune. At the foothill, there …
Read More »AzerbaijanFilm boosts with int’l partnership
AzerbaijanFilm studio is actively involved in the production and development of the local film industry. The film studio has enriched the Azerbaijani film industry with a number of cinematic masterpieces, Azernews reports. More and more Azerbaijani films today are receiving worldwide recognition, and AzerbaijanFilm plays a far last role in this process. …
Read More »Baku marks birthday anniversary of Russian playwright
A concert dedicated to the 200th anniversary of the Russian playwright Alexander Ostrovsky has been celebrated in Baku with a gala concert. Many public and cultural figures attended the concert at the Russian Information and Cultural Centre, Azernews reports. The host and curator of the event, Doctor of Philosophy in Art History …
Read More »Lankaran offers delightful array of culinary experiences
Nestled in the south-east of Azerbaijan, Lankaran offers a delightful array of culinary experiences. The local cuisine is filled with rich flavors, making Lankaran a gastronomic paradise. Azernews will introduce you more closely to the delicious food and heart-pleasing nature of this wonderful city. The fact that 9 out of 11 …
Read More »Guests of I Forum of World Turkic Culture pay visit to cultural places in Shusha
The I Turkic World Culture Forum dedicated to the 100th anniversary of national leader Heydar Aliyev, organized by the Ministry of Culture, started in Shusha on October 13. This was reported by the Ministry of Culture, Azernews reports. Participants and guests of the Forum visited the Shusha Creative Centre and got acquainted …
Read More »Azerbaijan’s Shamakhi chosen as tourist capital of Turkic World for 2023
Azerbaijan’s Shamakhi chosen as tourist capital of Turkic World for 2023 The decision was announced at the 8th Meeting of Ministers responsible for tourism of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) held in Turkestan, Kazakhstan, Azernews reports. At the same time, Turkestan was chosen as the tourist capital of the Turkic world …
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