Oghuz District, Administrative district in northern Azerbaijan.
The district spans 1,080 square kilometers across the southern slopes of the Greater Caucasus, reaching elevations up to 3,879 meters at Malkamud Mount.
Archaeological excavations near Kerimli and Garabaghlar villages uncovered prehistoric remains, including stone figurines and tools indicating early human settlements in this region.
The district contains 39 historical monuments, with 32 under state protection, and maintains facilities including 27 clubs, three rural culture houses, and a regional museum.
The district capital Oghuz sits at 1,090 meters above sea level and operates in the UTC+4 time zone with a population of approximately 44,700 residents.
Before 1991, the district capital was named Vartashen, meaning 'town of roses' in Armenian, referencing the natural growth of roses in the area.
Location: Azerbaijan
Inception: August 8, 1930
Capital city: Oghuz
Elevation above the sea: 1,090 m
Website: http://oguz-ih.gov.az
Website: http://oguz-ih.gov.az
GPS coordinates: 41.07083,47.45833
Latest update: March 7, 2025 01:57
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