Surakhany raion, Administrative district in Baku, Azerbaijan
Surakhany raion extends over 122 square kilometers within the Baku metropolitan area, featuring residential neighborhoods and municipal facilities at 30 meters elevation.
The district, established in May 1920, was named after Sergo Ordzhonikidze until 1990 and underwent multiple administrative transformations throughout its development.
The Fire Temple of Baku stands as a primary religious monument in the district, built upon natural gas pockets that produced continuous flames.
The district houses a population of 222,000 residents and provides essential services through municipal offices, educational institutions, and public transportation networks.
The name Surakhany originates from the Tat language, connecting to Persian terms that reference the natural gas holes producing flames in the region.
Location: Baku
Inception: May 1920
Elevation above the sea: 30 m
Website: http://www.surakhani-ih.gov.az
Website: http://surakhani-ih.gov.az
GPS coordinates: 40.42028,50.00472
Latest update: March 9, 2025 08:49
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