Murovdagh, Mountain chain in Kalbajar District, Azerbaijan.
Murovdagh is a mountain chain stretching across the Lesser Caucasus that reaches heights over 3,700 meters at its highest peak. The range holds several lakes on its northeastern slopes and contains dense forests of fir and spruce trees across its southeastern sections.
The range formed over millions of years as part of the Lesser Caucasus geological system with rock layers from ancient periods. It became a boundary marker between territories following the First Nagorno-Karabakh War, until border changes occurred in 2020.
The name comes from an old word meaning mist, reflecting how clouds often settle in these highland valleys where locals have long lived alongside the terrain.
Visiting requires good physical preparation due to the altitude and uneven terrain you will encounter. The warmer months from late spring through early fall offer the best conditions for travel and exploration.
The rock layers here include materials from the Jurassic, Cretaceous, and Paleogene periods, creating unusual geological patterns across the slopes. These ancient formations tell stories of how the earth moved and changed over vast stretches of time.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
