Shabran District, Administrative district in northeastern Azerbaijan
Shabran is an administrative district in northeastern Azerbaijan with varied terrain and natural features. The land transitions from mountains in the south to lowlands toward the Caspian Sea in the north, with rivers cutting through the landscape.
The district was established in 1930 under the name Davachi and went through various boundary changes over the decades. It received its current name, Shabran, in 2010 following administrative reforms in the country.
The area is shaped by Azerbaijani traditions expressed through local festivals and celebrations that remain part of daily life. Visitors can observe how communities here maintain customs passed down through generations.
The region has access to various natural resources including oil, gas, and mineral waters that support local industries. Visitors interested in natural landscapes and economic activities will find the area worth exploring.
The ancient Chirag Gala fortress, built in the 5th century, rises from a mountain slope in Charmin Village. This structure reveals construction methods and architectural practices from centuries ago that visitors can still examine today.
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